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OJP 189R

1976 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,459 mi
Last recorded9,459 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJP 189R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 9,459 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2017 9,098 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 8,721 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 7,438 miles

Oil leak

offside front antiroll bar bush slightly worn

Pass 15 May 2012 7,008 miles
Fail 10 May 2012

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

Pass 9 May 2011 6,464 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 5,853 miles

play in nsf wheel bearing

Pass 7 May 2009 5,332 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 5,332 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,662 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,183 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 3,335 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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OJP 189R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OJP 189R, 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 OJP 189R registered?

OJP 189R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 15 November 1976.

Is OJP 189R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJP 189R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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