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PYY 435K

1982 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,000 mi
Last recorded5,000 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2011
Typical for 1982 MG Midget51,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYY 435K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2011 5,000 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 5,000 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 5,000 miles

hand brake travel

Fail 26 May 2007 49,999 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

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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PYY 435K is a 1982 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 51,223 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 PYY 435K, 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 44 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PYY 435K?

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What year was PYY 435K registered?

PYY 435K is a 1982 MG Midget, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is PYY 435K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYY 435K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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