MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,132 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
rust off side front floor
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
rust off side front floor
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?
Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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REC 259V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1980 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 55,392 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 REC 259V, 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 46 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was REC 259V registered?
REC 259V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 January 1980.
Is REC 259V safe to buy?
The MOT history for REC 259V 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.
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