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ATC 953V

1980 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,442 mi
Last recorded47,442 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATC 953V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 47,442 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 47,418 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 47,375 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 47,295 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 47,276 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 47,220 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 47,181 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 47,120 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 46,976 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 46,892 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 46,797 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 46,797 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 46,786 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

SLIGHT PLAY NEAR SIDE TRACK ROD JOINT.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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ATC 953V is a 1980 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ATC 953V, 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 ATC 953V?

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What year was ATC 953V registered?

ATC 953V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is ATC 953V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATC 953V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ATC 953V have outstanding finance?

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