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YAV 290T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Brown Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,467 mi
Last recorded91,467 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAV 290T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2009 91,467 miles

o/s/r catch strap deteriorated

slight free play in n/s track rod end

slight lift in n/s/f king pin

Pass 23 Jul 2008 91,298 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 91,036 miles

metal brake pipe corroded on rear

slight free play in steering system

slight lift in steering column to steering rack

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 12 Jul 2006 90,304 miles

corrosion in areas of under body,not excessive at time of test

slight free play in steering rack,not excessive

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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YAV 290T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Brown with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 YAV 290T, 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 YAV 290T?

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What year was YAV 290T registered?

YAV 290T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is YAV 290T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAV 290T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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