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SMW 48S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,763 mi
Last recorded44,763 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMW 48S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 44,763 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 44,308 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 43,818 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 43,000 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 42,432 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 41,961 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 41,450 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 40,849 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 40,392 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 39,427 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 38,701 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 38,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 38,084 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 37,667 miles
Pass 5 May 2005 36,824 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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SMW 48S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SMW 48S, 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 SMW 48S?

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What year was SMW 48S registered?

SMW 48S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is SMW 48S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMW 48S shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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