Not Sold • £4,500 - £5,500
1976 MG Midget 1500 Smart example of the agile Midget
United Kingdom • 24 Jan 2026 • Lot 103
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1976 MG Midget 1500 is a red, right-hand drive classic with a black leather interior. It features a 1491cc petrol engine, manual transmission, Rostyle wheels, and recent mechanical attention, making it a usable and appealing British sports car despite some minor cosmetic blemishes.
Condition
6
The car is described as a 'good, tidy, and usable car' with minor blemishes in the paintwork. It has had recent mechanical work and the interior is neat and functional. There are some signs of wear, but overall it's in moderate condition, requiring some reconditioning.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
GAN6176515G
Chassis No:
Odometer:
67,715 miles
MYV 921P
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Finished in red, the car features a complementing black leather interior that presents tidily.
The exterior is enhanced by Rostyle wheels, adding to its period-correct appeal, with all four corners fitted with matching Futurum GP tyres, ensuring consistency.
Overall, this example is described as ‘a good, tidy, and usable car’ that has had its rubber bumpers removed, giving it a sportier look.
It is accompanied by a few invoices for previous works carried out, reflecting ongoing maintenance.The car has recently had new points, condenser, cap and coil fitted and now runs lovely.
Inside, the cabin is neat and functional, consistent with its classic character.
While the paintwork presents well overall, there are a few minor blemishes that do not detract from its usability or charm.
In summary, this MG Midget offers an appealing combination of classic styling, recent attention, and practical usability for enthusiasts seeking a fun and affordable British sports car.
Points of note
£260
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£4,200
Median Price (Since 2020)
£24,177
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jan 25 2023
Latest MOT Mileage
66,944 miles
Registration Date
1976-05-21
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 26 2022 with 66,944 miles
Passed
On Apr 16 2020 with 65,963 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush on lever arm (5.3.2 (c))
Failed
On Apr 16 2020 with 65,963 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush on lever arm (5.3.2 (c))
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Passed
On May 05 2018 with 65,605 miles
Passed
On Sep 16 2016 with 64,993 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- General welding repairs to vehicle
Passed
On Apr 14 2015 with 64,538 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
User Entered:
- BATTERY HAS BEEN CHARGED BUT WILL NOT HOLD CHARGE -ADVISE REPLACE ASAP
- HANDBRAKE HAS BEEN ADJUSTED TO MAXIMUM _ ADVISE REPLACE HANDBRAKE CABLE
Failed
On Mar 20 2015 with 64,521 miles
There were 12 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
User Entered:
- clutch pedal rubber missing
Passed
On Mar 19 2014 with 64,133 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
User Entered:
- Washers weak
Passed
On Mar 30 2013 with 63,618 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Failed
On Mar 22 2013 with 63,588 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
User Entered:
- Long handbrake travel
Passed
On Apr 04 2012 with 63,210 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
User Entered:
- LONG HANDBRAKE TRAVEL
- WASHER PUMP WEAK
Failed
On Mar 17 2012 with 63,182 miles
There were 12 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
User Entered:
- major oil leak
- gear box oil leak
- exhaust corroded
Passed
On Mar 31 2011 with 62,702 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
User Entered:
- LONG HANDBRAKE TRAVEL
- REAR BRAKES NEED READJUSTING
- BOTH INNER SILLS CORRODED
Failed
On Jul 21 2006 with 62,584 miles
There were 12 defects noted.
Fail:
- All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
- Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
User Entered:
- some wear evident in both front suspension lower trunnions
†some wear evident in steering rack
†advanced rust evident in numerous underbody area,s of car
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