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SKE 550M

1974 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,751 mi
Last recorded96,751 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKE 550M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 96,751 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 96,422 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 96,373 miles

wires near steering column

Fail 11 Apr 2017 96,370 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

wires near steering column

Pass 4 Apr 2016 96,201 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 95,948 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 95,237 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 95,237 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 94,266 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 94,266 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 93,568 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 93,568 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 93,124 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 92,515 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 92,409 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 92,079 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 91,707 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 90,749 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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SKE 550M is a 1974 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SKE 550M, 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 SKE 550M?

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What year was SKE 550M registered?

SKE 550M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 6 June 1974.

Is SKE 550M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKE 550M shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKE 550M have outstanding finance?

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