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DYL 523J

1970 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,696 mi
Last recorded20,696 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYL 523J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 20,696 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 20,466 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 20,464 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 20,459 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2014 20,451 miles

Slight engine oil leaks.

Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,444 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 19,688 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2011 19,676 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 19,176 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 18,781 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 18,308 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 17,851 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 17,344 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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DYL 523J is a 1970 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 DYL 523J, 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 56 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 DYL 523J?

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What year was DYL 523J registered?

DYL 523J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 26 August 1970.

Is DYL 523J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYL 523J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYL 523J have outstanding finance?

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