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UGJ 481R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,048 mi
Last recorded82,048 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGJ 481R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 82,048 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 79,002 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 71,879 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 71,879 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2012 5,648 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
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UGJ 481R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UGJ 481R, 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 UGJ 481R?

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What year was UGJ 481R registered?

UGJ 481R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 11 March 1977.

Is UGJ 481R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGJ 481R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UGJ 481R have outstanding finance?

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