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YAA 84V

1980 MG Midget 1500

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,813 mi
Last recorded59,813 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAA 84V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 59,813 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 59,812 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)

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 58,853 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 54,299 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 54,299 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 54,224 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 54,024 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2008 53,240 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 53,228 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2006 53,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2006 53,158 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

battery insecure

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 84V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 84V, 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 84V registered?

YAA 84V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 7 February 1980.

Is YAA 84V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAA 84V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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