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CAA 55V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,072 mi
Last recorded54,072 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2006
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAA 55V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2006 54,072 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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CAA 55V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 55,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAA 55V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CAA 55V?

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What year was CAA 55V registered?

CAA 55V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 7 May 1980.

Is CAA 55V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAA 55V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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