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YCB 953V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,103 mi
Last recorded81,103 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCB 953V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 May 2018 81,103 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 80,189 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 80,095 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 80,093 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 80,090 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 80,085 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 80,080 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 80,079 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 80,077 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 79,964 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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YCB 953V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YCB 953V, 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 YCB 953V?

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What year was YCB 953V registered?

YCB 953V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is YCB 953V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCB 953V shows 10 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 YCB 953V have outstanding finance?

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