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SKN 232R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,635 mi
Last recorded69,635 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKN 232R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 69,635 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 69,072 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 68,992 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 68,752 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 68,517 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 68,469 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 68,268 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 68,022 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 67,989 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 67,927 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 67,722 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 May 2007 67,441 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 67,225 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2006 67,225 miles

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

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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SKN 232R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SKN 232R, 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 SKN 232R?

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What year was SKN 232R registered?

SKN 232R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is SKN 232R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKN 232R shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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