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SGU 558R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,743 mi
Last recorded16,743 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGU 558R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2012 16,743 miles

Front rubber bump stops deteriorated

Front valance corroded.

N/S/R wing corroded on top edge

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 16,726 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 16,713 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 16,690 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
Full MG Midget 1500 reliability report

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SGU 558R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SGU 558R, 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 SGU 558R?

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What year was SGU 558R registered?

SGU 558R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 17 March 1977.

Is SGU 558R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGU 558R shows 4 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 SGU 558R have outstanding finance?

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