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RRO 823R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,510 mi
Last recorded14,510 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRO 823R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 14,510 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 May 2017 13,637 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 13,293 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 12,363 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 12,067 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 11,537 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 11,230 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 11,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 1,049 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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RRO 823R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RRO 823R, 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 RRO 823R?

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What year was RRO 823R registered?

RRO 823R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 28 January 1977.

Is RRO 823R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRO 823R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRO 823R have outstanding finance?

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