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AOW 9V

1980 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

97,949 mi
Last recorded97,949 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOW 9V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 97,949 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 97,931 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2012 97,767 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 11 Jul 2012 97,767 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 97,470 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2010 96,857 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 96,365 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 96,365 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 95,819 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 95,081 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 95,081 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 93,445 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 93,445 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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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AOW 9V is a 1980 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AOW 9V, 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 AOW 9V?

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What year was AOW 9V registered?

AOW 9V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is AOW 9V safe to buy?

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