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CAW 555L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,400 mi
Last recorded49,400 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAW 555L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 May 2019 49,400 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 48,729 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 48,277 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 47,524 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 46,391 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 45,398 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 43,820 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 43,538 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 43,030 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 42,726 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 42,317 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 42,016 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 41,855 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 41,559 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2005 40,845 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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CAW 555L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 CAW 555L, 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 53 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CAW 555L?

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What year was CAW 555L registered?

CAW 555L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 16 January 1973.

Is CAW 555L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAW 555L 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 CAW 555L have outstanding finance?

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