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PAM 395R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,855 mi
Last recorded83,855 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAM 395R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 83,855 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 83,597 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Apr 2015 83,382 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 83,257 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 83,111 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 82,979 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 52,879 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 52,879 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 82,857 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 82,711 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 82,562 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 82,263 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 81,694 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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PAM 395R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,996 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 PAM 395R, 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 49 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 PAM 395R registered?

PAM 395R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 14 June 1977.

Is PAM 395R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAM 395R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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