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MUY 143T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,989 mi
Last recorded86,989 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2014
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUY 143T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2014 86,989 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 86,989 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 May 2012 86,683 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 May 2012 86,683 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 85,807 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 May 2010 84,450 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 84,183 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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MUY 143T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MUY 143T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MUY 143T?

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What year was MUY 143T registered?

MUY 143T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is MUY 143T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUY 143T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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