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UEM 775V

1980 MG Midget

Brown Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,094 mi
Last recorded92,094 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEM 775V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 92,094 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 91,983 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 91,603 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 91,124 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 90,406 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 88,738 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 88,703 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Chassis has a modification but does not affect braking or steering.

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 17 May 2014 87,068 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

high handbrake travel

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 28 May 2013 84,852 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

fuel line from tank corroded

Pass 19 May 2012 82,300 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2012 82,291 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2011 79,475 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2010 79,438 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 79,433 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 76,671 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 76,380 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 75,835 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 74,958 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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UEM 775V is a 1980 MG Midget in Brown with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UEM 775V, 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 UEM 775V?

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What year was UEM 775V registered?

UEM 775V is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 2 January 1980.

Is UEM 775V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEM 775V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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