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HOI 1944

1980 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

103,813 mi
Last recorded103,813 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOI 1944
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 103,813 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 103,780 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Aug 2016 103,766 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 3,525 miles

Steering wheel cover split

Fail 20 Aug 2015 3,625 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside both (1.8)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Steering wheel cover split

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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HOI 1944 is a 1980 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 HOI 1944, 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 HOI 1944?

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What year was HOI 1944 registered?

HOI 1944 is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is HOI 1944 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOI 1944 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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