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LAC 96V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,902 mi
Last recorded81,902 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAC 96V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 81,902 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 81,812 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 81,754 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 81,746 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 81,744 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 81,455 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 80,532 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 79,829 miles

slight play in near side front wheel

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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LAC 96V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LAC 96V, 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 LAC 96V?

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What year was LAC 96V registered?

LAC 96V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 6 March 1980.

Is LAC 96V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAC 96V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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