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XGL 794T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,929 mi
Last recorded13,929 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGL 794T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 13,929 miles

both front brakes binding slightly

movement in both front suspension kingpins

o/s bulkhead corroded

o/s floor panel corroded

Fail 14 May 2018 13,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

both front brakes binding slightly

movement in both front suspension kingpins

o/s bulkhead corroded

o/s floor panel corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2016 12,983 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 12,983 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 12,902 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 12,827 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 12,723 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 12,385 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,901 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight play in nearside steering

Pass 1 May 2010 11,375 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 11,375 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

heavily undersealed

slight play in steering rack

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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XGL 794T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XGL 794T, 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 XGL 794T?

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What year was XGL 794T registered?

XGL 794T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 2 February 1979.

Is XGL 794T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGL 794T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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