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HEK 41V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,363 mi
Last recorded84,363 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEK 41V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 84,363 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 84,368 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 84,348 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 84,348 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ful lines corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2006 84,348 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 84,348 miles

Centre Rear Brake pivot excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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HEK 41V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HEK 41V, 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

How do I check the history of HEK 41V?

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What year was HEK 41V registered?

HEK 41V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is HEK 41V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEK 41V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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