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UCY 650N

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,409 mi
Last recorded94,409 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCY 650N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 94,409 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 93,741 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished and worn

brake pedal sticky

sills slight corrsion

slight play in both king pins

Pass 29 May 2015 93,432 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen wipers & washers poor

Fail 20 May 2015 93,432 miles

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen wipers & washers poor

Pass 28 May 2014 93,375 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 92,728 miles

Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 9 May 2013 92,728 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2012 88,906 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 86,871 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 86,717 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 86,547 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 86,308 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 86,088 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 85,876 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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UCY 650N is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UCY 650N, 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 UCY 650N registered?

UCY 650N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 5 September 1974.

Is UCY 650N safe to buy?

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