MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,244 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
engine oil leaks
front valence corroded
o/s headlamp dim
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe damaged and blowing (7.1.2)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)
Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
engine oil leaks
front valence corroded
o/s headlamp dim
Front coil spring worn both (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
under chassis heavily covered with under selent
How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?
Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TFO 557S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 TFO 557S, 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.
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How do I check the history of TFO 557S?
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What year was TFO 557S registered?
TFO 557S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 8 March 1978.
Is TFO 557S safe to buy?
The MOT history for TFO 557S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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