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BBT 656V

1980 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,846 mi
Last recorded22,846 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBT 656V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 22,846 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 22,473 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 21,810 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 19,818 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 19,818 miles

Fuel system component leaking engine bay (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2017 17,614 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 17,542 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,530 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 17,519 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 17,487 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 17,449 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 17,394 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 17,394 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 17,335 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,253 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,008 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 16,998 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 16,826 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 16,826 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

general unbody corrosion

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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BBT 656V is a 1980 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BBT 656V, 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

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What year was BBT 656V registered?

BBT 656V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is BBT 656V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBT 656V shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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