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AFC 408V

1980 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,478 mi
Last recorded65,478 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFC 408V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 65,478 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 60,837 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 59,988 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 59,988 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2017 58,919 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 56,742 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 55,954 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 54,819 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 54,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 54,381 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 54,283 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 53,558 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 53,133 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 53,125 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 52,715 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 52,569 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 52,177 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 52,043 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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AFC 408V is a 1980 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 60,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFC 408V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFC 408V?

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What year was AFC 408V registered?

AFC 408V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 8 May 1980.

Is AFC 408V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFC 408V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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