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PWV 259M

1974 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,475 mi
Last recorded7,475 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWV 259M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2017 7,475 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 7,422 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 7,361 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 7,255 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 7,204 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside brake slightly stiff

Pass 30 Oct 2012 6,990 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 6,857 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 6,710 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 6,650 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 6,613 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 6,581 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 6,374 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 6,299 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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PWV 259M is a 1974 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PWV 259M, 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

How do I check the history of PWV 259M?

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What year was PWV 259M registered?

PWV 259M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 9 May 1974.

Is PWV 259M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWV 259M shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWV 259M have outstanding finance?

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