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RUR 686M

1973 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,274 mi
Last recorded88,274 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUR 686M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 88,274 miles

play in osf top and bottom kingpins

Pass 8 Apr 2016 87,670 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 87,522 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 87,327 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 87,048 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 86,995 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 86,667 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 86,521 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 5,199 miles

Oil leak

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 84,826 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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RUR 686M is a 1973 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 RUR 686M, 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 53 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 RUR 686M?

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What year was RUR 686M registered?

RUR 686M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is RUR 686M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUR 686M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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