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KNE 405V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

13,074 mi
Last recorded13,074 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNE 405V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 13,074 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 13,054 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 11,800 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 10,799 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 10,094 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 9,015 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 7,947 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 7,902 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 7,902 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 7,715 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 7,279 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,236 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 7,117 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2013 6,968 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 6,924 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,774 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 6,234 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 6,010 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 5,517 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,180 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 4,593 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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KNE 405V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KNE 405V, 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

How do I check the history of KNE 405V?

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What year was KNE 405V registered?

KNE 405V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 31 March 1980.

Is KNE 405V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNE 405V shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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