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SFN 731S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,266 mi
Last recorded2,266 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFN 731S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2020 2,266 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 1,784 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 1,399 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 1,242 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 908 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 963 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 671 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 532 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 339 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 100,103 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 99,828 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 99,604 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 99,062 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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SFN 731S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 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 SFN 731S, 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 48 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 SFN 731S?

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What year was SFN 731S registered?

SFN 731S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 12 May 1978.

Is SFN 731S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFN 731S shows 13 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 SFN 731S have outstanding finance?

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