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JGS 44V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,429 mi
Last recorded37,429 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGS 44V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 37,429 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 37,429 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Stop lamp(s) not working BOTH SIDES (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 37,355 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 37,326 miles

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2015 37,187 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 36,782 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,347 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 35,890 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 35,808 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 34,009 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 33,682 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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JGS 44V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 JGS 44V, 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 JGS 44V registered?

JGS 44V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 11 June 1980.

Is JGS 44V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGS 44V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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