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EPY 218L

1973 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

20,891 mi
Last recorded20,891 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPY 218L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 20,891 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal throu out vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 20,733 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 20,438 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal throu out vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 20,152 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal through out vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 19,839 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 19,520 miles

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal thru out vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 19,037 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 18,881 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 18,426 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 18,034 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 17,704 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,325 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,968 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 16,372 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 15,890 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 14,912 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 14,905 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 May 2010 14,161 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,826 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 13,418 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 12,876 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 11,996 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 11,982 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

"lift" in offside front king pin.not yet excessive

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

extensive welding repairs caried out

nearside front anti roll link touching lower arm

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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EPY 218L is a 1973 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EPY 218L, 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 EPY 218L?

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What year was EPY 218L registered?

EPY 218L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 5 January 1973.

Is EPY 218L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPY 218L shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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