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CVB 107W

1980 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,982 mi
Last recorded32,982 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVB 107W
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 32,982 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 32,655 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 32,490 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 32,236 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 31,852 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 31,554 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

LEAK FROM N/S POSSIBLY HALFSHAFT OIL SEAL

Pass 22 Aug 2014 31,273 miles

SLIGHT LEAK FROM N/S/R HALF SHAFT SEAL

Pass 8 Aug 2013 30,936 miles

OIL LEAK FROM POSSIBLE N/S/R DRIVESHAFT OIL SEAL CONTAMINATING INNER OF WHEEL BUT NOT EFFECTING BRAKE PERFORMANCE AT ALL AT THIS TIME

QUITE SEVERE OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE / GEARBOX AREA

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK WHEN N/S/F WHEEL IS CHECKED FOR PLAY AT THE WHEEL

Pass 18 Sep 2012 30,269 miles

CONDITION OF NEARSIDE REAR HUB SEAL LEAKING DRUM BRAKE PASSED AS INSPECTED

condition of both front top suspention trunion bushes deteriorated nearside has slight movement

play in offside front steering rack inner joint passed as inspected

Pass 8 Aug 2011 29,448 miles

oil leak from gear box

oil leak from near side rear wheel hub oil seal

slight play inside steering rack/pinion

Pass 11 Aug 2010 28,509 miles

near side rear wheel hub oil seal leaking onto brake back plate

oil leak from rear axle pinion oil seal

Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,542 miles

oil leaking from gear box

Pass 8 Aug 2008 26,030 miles

noise in steering rack/pinion

slight oil leak from near side rear wheel hub oil seal

Pass 9 Aug 2007 25,512 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 25,468 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 25,468 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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CVB 107W is a 1980 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CVB 107W, 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 CVB 107W?

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What year was CVB 107W registered?

CVB 107W is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 6 September 1980.

Is CVB 107W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVB 107W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CVB 107W have outstanding finance?

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