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SBV 658T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,099 mi
Last recorded86,099 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBV 658T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 86,099 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 86,029 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 86,021 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

front diff seal leaking

Pass 22 Aug 2011 85,995 miles

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 89,975 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 85,924 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 85,918 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 85,780 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 85,407 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 85,407 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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SBV 658T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 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 SBV 658T, 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 47 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 SBV 658T?

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What year was SBV 658T registered?

SBV 658T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 23 May 1979.

Is SBV 658T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBV 658T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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