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RCV 201M

1974 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,999 mi
Last recorded93,999 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCV 201M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2015 93,999 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 93,999 miles

both front brake slightly binding when turned by hand

Pass 23 Apr 2013 93,999 miles

nearside and offside front brakes slightly binding when turned by hand

Pass 27 Apr 2012 93,999 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside front brake slightly binding when turned by hand

Pass 5 Apr 2011 33,999 miles

nearside front brake slightly binding when turned by hand

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 93,999 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 93,999 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

rear exhaust mount slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2008 93,999 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 93,999 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 93,984 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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RCV 201M is a 1974 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RCV 201M, 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 RCV 201M registered?

RCV 201M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 3 May 1974.

Is RCV 201M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCV 201M shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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