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XCK 18V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,335 mi
Last recorded61,335 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCK 18V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2016 61,335 miles

Front Wheel Bearings have minor play.

Minor Corrosion on Suspension and Underbody.

Fail 13 Aug 2016 61,335 miles

Front Wheel Bearings have minor play.

Minor Corrosion on Suspension and Underbody.

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 61,129 miles

Tyres suffering from age degridation.

Various floor panels corroded.

Fail 21 Jul 2015 61,121 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 60,762 miles

corrosion on sills and floor edges

hazards flashing slightly fast

n/s/r exhaust mounting deteriorating

radiator leaking coolant

rear brake hose, corrosion on ferroules

slight play in steering column top bush

small hole in o/s/f inner wing, not in prescribed area

wear in n/s/f lower trunion

Pass 1 Aug 2013 60,553 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 60,553 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 60,488 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 60,488 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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XCK 18V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XCK 18V, 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 XCK 18V?

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What year was XCK 18V registered?

XCK 18V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 8 January 1980.

Is XCK 18V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCK 18V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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