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RCX 16P

1976 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,813 mi
Last recorded21,813 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCX 16P
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2017 21,813 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 21,262 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 21,032 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 20,545 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 20,271 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 19,984 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 19,743 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 19,179 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 18,528 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 18,224 miles

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 17,675 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,047 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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RCX 16P is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RCX 16P, 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 RCX 16P?

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What year was RCX 16P registered?

RCX 16P is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 16 April 1976.

Is RCX 16P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCX 16P shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RCX 16P have outstanding finance?

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