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OVV 76V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,170 mi
Last recorded29,170 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVV 76V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2012 29,170 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

various oil leaks

both front brake flexible hoses perished

Pass 27 Jun 2011 28,252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

various corrosion under vehicle, and under vehicle covered in under seal

Pass 2 Jul 2010 27,670 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 27,628 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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OVV 76V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 OVV 76V, 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 OVV 76V registered?

OVV 76V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 23 May 1980.

Is OVV 76V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVV 76V shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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