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PPP 897R

1976 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,215 mi
Last recorded58,215 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPP 897R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2020 58,215 miles

Offside Rear hub seal leaking

Pass 4 Jun 2019 58,151 miles

Offside Rear hub seal leaking oil

Pass 7 Jun 2018 57,997 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 57,837 miles

Offside Rear hub seal leaking oil

Pass 24 Jun 2016 57,733 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 57,379 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 56,796 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 56,724 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 56,530 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 56,385 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 56,179 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 56,080 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 55,873 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 55,447 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
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PPP 897R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PPP 897R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PPP 897R?

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What year was PPP 897R registered?

PPP 897R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 11 August 1976.

Is PPP 897R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPP 897R shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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