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SGG 686R

1976 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,619 mi
Last recorded2,619 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGG 686R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 2,619 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 2,289 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 1,192 miles

car under-sealed

Fail 19 Jul 2017 1,175 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

car under-sealed

Pass 9 May 2016 1,445 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 1,150 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 552 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 357 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

high rear brake imbalance

vehicle heavily undersealed / floor area / wheel arch areas

Pass 4 Apr 2008 60,100 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 20,396 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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SGG 686R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,266 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 SGG 686R, 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 50 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SGG 686R registered?

SGG 686R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 October 1976.

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