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JED 180V

1980 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,538 mi
Last recorded82,538 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
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

RegistrationJED 180V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 82,538 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 82,192 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Sep 2014 82,192 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2013 81,908 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 81,298 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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JED 180V is a 1980 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JED 180V, 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 JED 180V?

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What year was JED 180V registered?

JED 180V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is JED 180V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JED 180V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JED 180V have outstanding finance?

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