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NVH 38T

1978 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,474 mi
Last recorded76,474 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVH 38T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 76,474 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake comes up high and little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective perished (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 May 2018 76,474 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively unable to check due to insufficient washer fluid to nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake comes up high and little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective perished (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 75,619 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 72,313 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 72,295 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 72,286 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 72,286 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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NVH 38T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 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 NVH 38T, 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 48 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 NVH 38T?

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What year was NVH 38T registered?

NVH 38T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 9 November 1978.

Is NVH 38T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVH 38T 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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