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UTU 568V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,196 mi
Last recorded84,196 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTU 568V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2024 84,196 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 82,529 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 82,274 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 80,749 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 79,198 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 79,176 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 67,915 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 79,082 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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UTU 568V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 UTU 568V, 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 UTU 568V?

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What year was UTU 568V registered?

UTU 568V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is UTU 568V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTU 568V shows 8 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 UTU 568V have outstanding finance?

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