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SDT 244S

1977 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,543 mi
Last recorded47,543 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDT 244S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 47,543 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 47,392 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 47,278 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 47,148 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 47,020 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 46,688 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 46,258 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 45,698 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 45,204 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 44,639 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 44,239 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 43,548 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 43,504 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 43,207 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 42,939 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 42,794 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 42,633 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 42,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 42,332 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 42,032 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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SDT 244S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SDT 244S, 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 SDT 244S?

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What year was SDT 244S registered?

SDT 244S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SDT 244S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDT 244S shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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