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YUF 177T

1978 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,056 mi
Last recorded5,056 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2008
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUF 177T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2008 5,056 miles

Propshaft component defective

fuel pipes starting to corrode

no clutch pedal pad fitted

offside floor corroded

oil leak

rear brakes just passed increase and decrease test

rear spring mounting areas starting to corrode

slight wear in steering rack

wear in offside front king pin near to limit

wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Fail 20 Jun 2008 5,045 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Propshaft component defective

fuel pipes starting to corrode

no clutch pedal pad fitted

offside floor corroded

oil leak

slight wear in steering rack

wear in offside front king pin near to limit

wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Fail 26 Feb 2008 5,002 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Lower 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)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2005 36,914 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
Full MG Midget 1500 reliability report

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YUF 177T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YUF 177T, 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 48 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 YUF 177T?

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What year was YUF 177T registered?

YUF 177T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 9 September 1978.

Is YUF 177T safe to buy?

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