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KBA 100V

1980 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,178 mi
Last recorded4,178 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBA 100V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 4,178 miles

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

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

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

suspension components slightly correded

Pass 2 Jul 2021 428 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Jun 2021 424 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Mar 2015 412 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 402 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 336 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 212 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 163 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 93 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 93 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 36 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 99,983 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 99,915 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 99,915 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 99,859 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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KBA 100V is a 1980 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KBA 100V, 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

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What year was KBA 100V registered?

KBA 100V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 18 April 1980.

Is KBA 100V safe to buy?

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