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UDC 404S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,722 mi
Last recorded82,722 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDC 404S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 82,722 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 82,401 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 82,133 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 81,777 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 81,443 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 81,234 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 81,057 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 80,869 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 80,638 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 80,488 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 80,117 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 79,670 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 79,670 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 May 2005 79,131 miles

offside front brake slight bind

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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UDC 404S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 UDC 404S, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UDC 404S?

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What year was UDC 404S registered?

UDC 404S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is UDC 404S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDC 404S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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