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YVV 306W

1980 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,721 mi
Last recorded24,721 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVV 306W
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 24,721 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 24,410 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 23,824 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 23,661 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 23,308 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 22,381 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2013 20,853 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 20,375 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 20,357 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 20,331 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 20,134 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 19,760 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 19,738 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 19,422 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 1,935 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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YVV 306W is a 1980 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YVV 306W, 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 YVV 306W?

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What year was YVV 306W registered?

YVV 306W is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is YVV 306W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVV 306W shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVV 306W have outstanding finance?

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