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RGT 244V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,445 mi
Last recorded45,445 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGT 244V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 45,445 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 45,386 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 44,783 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 43,849 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 43,592 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 42,620 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,661 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 39,700 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 38,023 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 38,019 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 May 2006 37,804 miles

handbrake slightly sticky

nail in tyre

oil leak

unable to see brake pad thickness due to caliper design

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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RGT 244V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RGT 244V, 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 RGT 244V?

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What year was RGT 244V registered?

RGT 244V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 9 July 1980.

Is RGT 244V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGT 244V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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