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YYU 996T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,002 mi
Last recorded87,002 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2008
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYU 996T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2008 87,002 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 87,002 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

handbrake rubber mounting perrished

movement in n/s steering rack

n/s rear tyre perrished

o/s front tyre soft

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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YYU 996T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 YYU 996T, 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 YYU 996T?

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What year was YYU 996T registered?

YYU 996T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is YYU 996T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYU 996T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YYU 996T have outstanding finance?

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