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OKK 429P

1976 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

98,672 mi
Last recorded98,672 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKK 429P
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 98,672 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slight end-float in upper arm bush. (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight up and down play in king-pin/ cross-pin assembly. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 98,621 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lever arm bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 98,617 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lever arm bush (5.3.2 (c))

both rear rebound straps split

Fail 26 Mar 2015 98,544 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 98,255 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 98,255 miles

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 96,821 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 96,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 95,408 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 95,405 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2010 92,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 92,936 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 92,773 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 92,500 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 92,109 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 91,424 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
Full MG Midget 1500 reliability report

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OKK 429P is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OKK 429P, 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.

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OKK 429P is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 15 July 1976.

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