What year MG Midget 1500 is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1980 MG Midget 1500 has the highest pass rate at 70.6%, out of 1,142 vehicles tested.

What are the most common MG Midget 1500 MOT failures?

The most common MG Midget 1500 MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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MG Midget 1500 — Reliability by Year

1,142 vehicles · MOT data 1980–1980 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the MG Midget 1500 was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1980	70.6%	56,884 mi	1,142

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