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KGV 315V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,288 mi
Last recorded14,288 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGV 315V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 14,288 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 14,283 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak from engine

oil leak from rear differential

unable to fully inspect rear leaf springs as covered up suspect poor repair

Pass 23 Nov 2011 14,074 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 13,276 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 13,136 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 13,135 miles

Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 13,098 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 13,074 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 13,074 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 13,074 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2006 12,984 miles

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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KGV 315V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Red 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 KGV 315V, 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 KGV 315V registered?

KGV 315V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 25 February 1980.

Is KGV 315V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGV 315V 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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