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GBW 498N

1974 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,761 mi
Last recorded23,761 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 1974 MG Midget 150057,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 498N
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,761 miles

both foot wells corrosion on floor

center turret heavy corrosion

heavy under seal under car covering repairs

osf tyre osr nsr tyre heavy cracking

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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GBW 498N is a 1974 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 57,731 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 GBW 498N, 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 52 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 GBW 498N?

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What year was GBW 498N registered?

GBW 498N is a 1974 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 10 December 1974.

Is GBW 498N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 498N shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBW 498N have outstanding finance?

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