MOT Status
ValidMileage
54,340 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Rear Brake hose excessively chafed rubbing on propshaft (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
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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VHU 189T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 VHU 189T, 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 VHU 189T?
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What year was VHU 189T registered?
VHU 189T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 19 February 1979.
Is VHU 189T safe to buy?
The MOT history for VHU 189T shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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