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CJK 133V

1980 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,990 mi
Last recorded6,990 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJK 133V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 6,990 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 6,936 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 5,841 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 5,662 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 5,641 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 4,899 miles

nearside front stub pin slight lift

Fail 22 Mar 2010 4,886 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside front stub pin slight lift

Pass 26 May 2008 3,931 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 3,888 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 3,481 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 2,208 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 2,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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CJK 133V is a 1980 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CJK 133V, 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 CJK 133V registered?

CJK 133V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 16 May 1980.

Is CJK 133V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJK 133V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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