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UJO 389T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

83,604 mi
Last recorded83,604 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJO 389T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 83,604 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 83,596 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 83,587 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 83,584 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 83,575 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 83,565 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 83,556 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 83,556 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 83,535 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 83,525 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 83,524 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 83,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 83,458 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight corrosion to offside rear vehicle structure

slight damage to offside front indicator lamp

Pass 12 Jun 2012 83,383 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 83,289 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front flexi brake hose getting perished and split

Pass 9 Jun 2010 83,199 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight damage nearside seatbelt

some corrosion in offside rear wheel arch

some wear in steering system

Pass 26 May 2009 83,020 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 82,867 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 82,867 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 4 Jun 2007 82,701 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 82,349 miles

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

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
Full MG Midget 1500 reliability report

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UJO 389T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 UJO 389T, 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

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What year was UJO 389T registered?

UJO 389T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 19 April 1979.

Is UJO 389T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJO 389T shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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