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UPY 867J

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,335 mi
Last recorded50,335 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPY 867J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2022 50,335 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 49,015 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 47,909 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 46,566 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 44,775 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 43,331 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 41,024 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 39,656 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 38,418 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 37,247 miles

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

rear exhaust support has bolt missing.

wiring untidy around brake & clutch master cylinders.

Pass 17 May 2012 35,122 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 33,949 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 32,522 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 30,994 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,075 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,812 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 23,748 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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UPY 867J is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 UPY 867J, 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 56 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 UPY 867J?

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What year was UPY 867J registered?

UPY 867J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is UPY 867J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPY 867J 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.

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