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ECF 520V

1980 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,236 mi
Last recorded73,236 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECF 520V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2015 73,236 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 69,147 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 69,143 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2012 64,553 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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ECF 520V is a 1980 MG Midget in Yellow 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 ECF 520V, 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 ECF 520V?

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What year was ECF 520V registered?

ECF 520V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is ECF 520V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECF 520V 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 ECF 520V have outstanding finance?

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