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REA 44W

1980 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,261 mi
Last recorded85,261 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREA 44W
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 85,261 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 85,261 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 85,028 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 85,003 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 84,878 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 84,710 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 84,310 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 83,955 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 83,309 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 82,697 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 82,557 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 82,406 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 82,181 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

advise handbrake travel

Pass 30 Jun 2006 82,181 miles

advise handbrake travel

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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REA 44W is a 1980 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 REA 44W, 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

How do I check the history of REA 44W?

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What year was REA 44W registered?

REA 44W is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 24 October 1980.

Is REA 44W safe to buy?

The MOT history for REA 44W shows 14 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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