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ERX 750V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

42,067 mi
Last recorded42,067 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERX 750V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 42,067 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps main on/off light switch (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 42,067 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps main on/off light switch (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2020 41,592 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush leaf rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

head light switch working poor

Pass 15 Mar 2019 40,665 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 39,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% Front Imbalance (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 38,270 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 36,975 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,595 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 33,019 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 30,959 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 28,905 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 28,515 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 27,961 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 27,289 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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ERX 750V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1980 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 55,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ERX 750V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ERX 750V registered?

ERX 750V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 21 May 1980.

Is ERX 750V safe to buy?

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