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BTD 982V

1980 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,038 mi
Last recorded35,038 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTD 982V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 35,038 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 35,035 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 35,021 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 34,859 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 34,791 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 34,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 34,346 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 34,209 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 34,192 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 34,192 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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BTD 982V is a 1980 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BTD 982V, 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 BTD 982V?

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What year was BTD 982V registered?

BTD 982V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 15 April 1980.

Is BTD 982V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTD 982V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTD 982V have outstanding finance?

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