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JYW 532K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,099 mi
Last recorded15,099 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2010
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYW 532K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2010 15,099 miles

nearside rear tyre wall slightly deteriorated

offside rear tyre wall slightly deteriorated

Fail 18 Jan 2010 15,099 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre wall slightly deteriorated

offside rear tyre wall slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2008 15,030 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 14,689 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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JYW 532K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JYW 532K, 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 54 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYW 532K registered?

JYW 532K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 11 April 1972.

Is JYW 532K safe to buy?

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