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UGK 404M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,104 mi
Last recorded24,104 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGK 404M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 24,104 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 23,944 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 23,705 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 22,883 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 22,439 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 22,439 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 31 May 2013 21,711 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 21,711 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 21,364 miles

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

both front king pins slight play

Fail 29 May 2012 21,364 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

both front king pins slight play

Pass 1 Jun 2011 19,995 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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UGK 404M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UGK 404M, 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 UGK 404M?

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What year was UGK 404M registered?

UGK 404M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 14 November 1973.

Is UGK 404M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGK 404M shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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