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YAA 333V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,944 mi
Last recorded28,944 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAA 333V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 28,944 miles

Central Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 27,083 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 26,979 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,957 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 26,938 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 26,855 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

slight perish to osf tyre sidewall.

Pass 1 Jun 2010 26,613 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 26,613 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 25,649 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 25,447 miles

Drivers seatbelt sluggish to return.

Rear wheels slightly binding.

Fail 28 Jun 2006 25,447 miles

Drivers seatbelt sluggish to return.

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear wheels slightly binding.

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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YAA 333V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YAA 333V, 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

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What year was YAA 333V registered?

YAA 333V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is YAA 333V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAA 333V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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