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LVL 540V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,325 mi
Last recorded60,325 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVL 540V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2023 60,325 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm inner rear pin washer not located fully

Pass 15 May 2018 60,186 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 59,787 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 59,435 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 59,156 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 59,140 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 58,952 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 58,400 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 57,977 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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LVL 540V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LVL 540V, 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 LVL 540V?

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What year was LVL 540V registered?

LVL 540V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is LVL 540V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVL 540V shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVL 540V have outstanding finance?

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