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TDM 191V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

32,552 mi
Last recorded32,552 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDM 191V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 32,552 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 32,529 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 32,330 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 32,330 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 31,847 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 31,781 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 31,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 31,418 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f bump stop deteriorated

o/s/f bump stop missing

Fail 8 Jul 2014 31,403 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s seatbelt twisted

n/s/f bump stop deteriorated

o/s/f bump stop missing

o/s/r spring hanger rubber deteriorated

Pass 18 Apr 2013 30,360 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 29,557 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 29,557 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 28,767 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 28,232 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 27,195 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 6 May 2008 25,503 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 May 2006 25,480 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 May 2006 25,480 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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TDM 191V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 TDM 191V, 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 TDM 191V?

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What year was TDM 191V registered?

TDM 191V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is TDM 191V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDM 191V shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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