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VRL 45W

1981 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,825 mi
Last recorded2,825 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Midget 150057,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 45W
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 2,825 miles

Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps headlight switch faulty (4.1.3 (a))

Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Fail 29 May 2019 2,825 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps headlight switch faulty (4.1.3 (a))

Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 2,774 miles

oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2014 2,671 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 2,641 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 2,315 miles

front wipers slightly split but clearing screen.

Pass 27 Apr 2012 2,246 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 2,112 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 2,017 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S STEERING ARM.

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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VRL 45W is a 1981 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 57,475 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 VRL 45W, 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 45 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VRL 45W registered?

VRL 45W is a 1981 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is VRL 45W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 45W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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