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CRL 353V

1980 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,642 mi
Last recorded92,642 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRL 353V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 92,642 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 92,443 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 92,443 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 92,173 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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CRL 353V is a 1980 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 CRL 353V, 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 CRL 353V?

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What year was CRL 353V registered?

CRL 353V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 20 February 1980.

Is CRL 353V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRL 353V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CRL 353V have outstanding finance?

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