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PJL 557R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,904 mi
Last recorded37,904 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJL 557R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 37,904 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 37,759 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 37,654 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 37,539 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 37,425 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 37,267 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 37,189 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 37,002 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 36,969 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 36,485 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 35,701 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 34,216 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 34,216 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

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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PJL 557R 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 PJL 557R, 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 PJL 557R?

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What year was PJL 557R registered?

PJL 557R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 July 1977.

Is PJL 557R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJL 557R 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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