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UGN 707W

1980 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,777 mi
Last recorded25,777 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGN 707W
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 25,777 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,947 miles

underside has underseal at time of test

Fail 16 Jul 2019 23,947 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

underside has underseal at time of test

Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,024 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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UGN 707W is a 1980 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UGN 707W, 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 UGN 707W?

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What year was UGN 707W registered?

UGN 707W is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is UGN 707W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGN 707W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UGN 707W have outstanding finance?

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