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HRM 281N

1975 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,884 mi
Last recorded88,884 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1975 MG Midget 150051,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRM 281N
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 88,884 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 88,639 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 88,092 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 88,088 miles

Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 87,029 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 82,828 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 82,729 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 82,729 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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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HRM 281N is a 1975 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 51,064 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 HRM 281N, 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 51 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 HRM 281N?

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What year was HRM 281N registered?

HRM 281N is a 1975 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 17 March 1975.

Is HRM 281N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRM 281N shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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