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ULM 597M

1973 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,632 mi
Last recorded101,632 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULM 597M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 101,632 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 94,171 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 92,620 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 91,429 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 90,921 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 90,052 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 88,839 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 87,604 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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ULM 597M is a 1973 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 ULM 597M, 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 ULM 597M?

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What year was ULM 597M registered?

ULM 597M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is ULM 597M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULM 597M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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