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OLG 691V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,055 mi
Last recorded15,055 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLG 691V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 15,055 miles

Both rear axle seals leaking

Gear oil leaking

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,662 miles

Both side rear axle seals leaking

Front brake pads slightly worn

Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,062 miles

Offside rear axle seal leaking

Rear axle input seal leaking

Pass 11 May 2010 7,834 miles

All 4 tyres have slightly perished sidewalls

Slight bind from o/s/r brake

Pass 28 Apr 2009 7,824 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 7,548 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 7,424 miles

engine has possible overheating fault?

oil leak?

slight bind on o/s/r wheel

slight play in o/s/f trunion

Fail 5 Mar 2007 7,423 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

engine has possible overheating fault

slight bind on o/s/r wheel

slight play in o/s/f trunion

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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OLG 691V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OLG 691V, 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 OLG 691V?

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What year was OLG 691V registered?

OLG 691V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is OLG 691V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLG 691V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OLG 691V have outstanding finance?

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