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TJO 996T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,404 mi
Last recorded67,404 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2011
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJO 996T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2011 67,404 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 67,187 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 66,813 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 66,642 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 66,191 miles

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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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TJO 996T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 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 TJO 996T, 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 47 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 TJO 996T?

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What year was TJO 996T registered?

TJO 996T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 23 April 1979.

Is TJO 996T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJO 996T shows 5 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 TJO 996T have outstanding finance?

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