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PET 500R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,972 mi
Last recorded56,972 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPET 500R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 56,972 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 56,836 miles

Offside Slight drag on Off side front brake

Pass 28 May 2015 56,589 miles

Slight play on both sides front king pins

Fail 22 May 2015 56,558 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Slight play on both sides front king pins

Pass 23 May 2014 56,411 miles

Front suspension rusty

Metal flexy hose rubbing hub

Slight play on both sides front king pins

Pass 6 Jun 2013 56,256 miles

Slight movement on n/s front king pin

Fail 6 Jun 2013 56,256 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Slight movement on n/s front king pin

Pass 27 Apr 2012 56,101 miles

suspension generally rusty

Pass 27 Apr 2011 55,955 miles

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

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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PET 500R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PET 500R, 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

How do I check the history of PET 500R?

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What year was PET 500R registered?

PET 500R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is PET 500R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PET 500R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PET 500R have outstanding finance?

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