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PCD 797M

1974 MG Midget

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,538 mi
Last recorded77,538 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCD 797M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 77,538 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 77,501 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 77,417 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 77,320 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 77,070 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 76,933 miles

Oil leak

condition of nearside front suspension components (slight up and down movement) .

condition of rear brake operation .

general condition of suspension components (rusty) .

Pass 24 Mar 2014 76,788 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 76,788 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 76,446 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 76,446 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 76,285 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 76,103 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 75,877 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 75,683 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 75,400 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 75,288 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 74,870 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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PCD 797M is a 1974 MG Midget in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PCD 797M, 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 PCD 797M registered?

PCD 797M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 14 March 1974.

Is PCD 797M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCD 797M shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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