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OJA 271R

1976 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,576 mi
Last recorded9,576 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJA 271R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 9,576 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 9,576 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 9,576 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 59,519 miles

Nearside Front sight up and down on kingpin

Offside Front sight up and down on kingpin

Pass 15 Sep 2014 9,468 miles

kingpin n/s 'o/s some up and movement

Pass 26 Sep 2013 19,345 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 19,341 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 9,235 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 9,235 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,939 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 8,939 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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OJA 271R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,266 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 OJA 271R, 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 50 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OJA 271R registered?

OJA 271R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 13 August 1976.

Is OJA 271R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJA 271R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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