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BCG 838V

1980 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,425 mi
Last recorded21,425 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCG 838V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2025 21,425 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 20,600 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 19,382 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 18,623 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 18,542 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 17,509 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside ()

Pass 21 Aug 2019 16,257 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,953 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 13,598 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 13,249 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 12,363 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 11,061 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 10,886 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 9,773 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 8,774 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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BCG 838V is a 1980 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BCG 838V, 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 BCG 838V?

You can check the full history of BCG 838V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BCG 838V registered?

BCG 838V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is BCG 838V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCG 838V shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCG 838V have outstanding finance?

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