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SYA 222L

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,332 mi
Last recorded82,332 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYA 222L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2023 82,332 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 82,216 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 81,705 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 81,503 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 81,481 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 81,481 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 81,478 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 81,451 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 81,357 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 80,900 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 80,494 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 80,151 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 79,707 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 79,292 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 78,872 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 78,306 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 77,624 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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SYA 222L is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SYA 222L, 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 SYA 222L?

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What year was SYA 222L registered?

SYA 222L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is SYA 222L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYA 222L shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYA 222L have outstanding finance?

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