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NWL 637M

1974 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,440 mi
Last recorded72,440 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWL 637M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 72,440 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 72,081 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 72,017 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 71,782 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 71,655 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 71,441 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 71,316 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

underseal/waxoil dried out and peeling away in several places.

Fail 9 Jun 2011 71,316 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

underseal/waxoil dried out and peeling away in several places.

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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NWL 637M is a 1974 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 NWL 637M, 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 52 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 NWL 637M registered?

NWL 637M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 14 January 1974.

Is NWL 637M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWL 637M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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