CarVerify

Free Car Check

RSG 965M

2002 MG Midget

Purple Petrol 1275cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

53,808 mi
Last recorded53,808 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSG 965M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 53,808 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 53,808 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2017 53,795 miles

Light cracking/perishing around all four tyres, cords not exposed

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside floor pan corroded/holed outwith prescribed areas

Parking brake has met requirements but may need adjustment or repair- nearside

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 49,847 miles

all tyres cracking

front markers missing

osf wheel bearing needs adjusted

rear felx brake pipe outer rubber splitting

rear spring shackle bushes on both rear springs

steering has slight play

Fail 30 May 2016 49,847 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

all tyres cracking

front markers missing

osf wheel bearing needs adjusted

rear felx brake pipe outer rubber splitting

rear spring shackle bushes on both rear springs

steering has slight play

Pass 25 May 2015 49,867 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 49,844 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,770 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 49,553 miles

whole underneath car has been undersealed

Pass 18 Dec 2009 49,553 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 49,553 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 49,553 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 49,553 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

corrosion on n/s and o/s doors(no weakness).

n/s mirror insecure (interior and o/s mirrors fitted).

Pass 17 Oct 2007 49,553 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 49,553 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2006 49,553 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 49,553 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 49,553 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
Full MG Midget reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RSG 965M is a 2002 MG Midget in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RSG 965M, 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 24 years old, this MG Midget is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RSG 965M?

You can check the full history of RSG 965M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RSG 965M registered?

RSG 965M is a 2002 MG Midget, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is RSG 965M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSG 965M shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSG 965M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RSG 965M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.