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CAE 225V

1980 MG Midget

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,859 mi
Last recorded1,859 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAE 225V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 1,859 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 1,301 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 869 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 404 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 99,373 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 98,794 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 98,794 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 97,728 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 96,648 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 96,317 miles

handbrake lever has travel

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge (just meets pass)

underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2012 95,392 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 94,654 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 94,654 miles

Nearside brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

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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CAE 225V is a 1980 MG Midget in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CAE 225V, 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 CAE 225V?

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What year was CAE 225V registered?

CAE 225V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 25 June 1980.

Is CAE 225V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAE 225V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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