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NGP 417V

1980 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,073 mi
Last recorded88,073 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGP 417V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 88,073 miles

Front slight play found at the front road wheels whilst jacked

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear handbrake efficiency reading lower than expected (may need an adjustment/repair)

body has signs of corrosion

hand brake lever has little reserve travel left and may need adjustment

vehicle body is corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2021 87,403 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 87,352 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 87,132 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 86,923 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 86,557 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 86,016 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 85,668 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 85,043 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 84,139 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 83,760 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 82,781 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 81,979 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 81,975 miles

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 81,397 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 80,201 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 80,201 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 79,292 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 78,066 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 76,815 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 76,118 miles

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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NGP 417V is a 1980 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NGP 417V, 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 NGP 417V registered?

NGP 417V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 18 January 1980.

Is NGP 417V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGP 417V shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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