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YWS 222V

1980 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,943 mi
Last recorded63,943 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Midget 150055,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWS 222V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2019 63,943 miles

Corrosion under front wheel arches.

Play in steering rack.

Rear leaf springs, corrosion around prescribed areas.

Pass 15 Jun 2018 63,925 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack

Pass 9 Jun 2017 63,877 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 63,808 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 63,728 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 63,626 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 63,531 miles

deterioration to rear leaf spring bushes.

offside track rod end boot split.

Pass 26 Aug 2011 63,363 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in steering rack.

Pass 15 Jul 2010 63,266 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 63,164 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 63,093 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bolt loose on starter motor.

corrosion inside offside door shut,near seat belt mounting.

wiper blades starting to split.

Pass 2 May 2007 63,021 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 62,887 miles

play in steering column

play in steering rack

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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YWS 222V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YWS 222V, 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 YWS 222V registered?

YWS 222V is a 1980 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 8 January 1980.

Is YWS 222V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWS 222V shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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