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LRY 551F

1967 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

8,367 mi
Last recorded8,367 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1967 MG Midget35,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRY 551F
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1967
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 8,367 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 8,201 miles

underbody rusty

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

exhaust mountain split slightly, excessive underseal underbody

Pass 1 Jul 2014 8,026 miles

Oil leak

hole cut in floor

Fail 11 Jun 2014 7,990 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 7,687 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 7,454 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 7,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 6,929 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 6,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 6,320 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 6,315 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear inner arches fiberglass repair

Pass 18 Jun 2009 6,084 miles

Extensive underbody sealent

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,078 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 6,015 miles

Extensive under body sealent

Pass 28 Sep 2005 5,989 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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LRY 551F is a 1967 MG Midget in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1967 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 35,672 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 LRY 551F, 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 59 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 LRY 551F?

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What year was LRY 551F registered?

LRY 551F is a 1967 MG Midget, first registered on 29 September 1967.

Is LRY 551F safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRY 551F shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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