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UTC 520M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,773 mi
Last recorded63,773 miles
Recorded on1 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTC 520M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2017 63,773 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear light lens slightly insecure. but not affecting operation of lights or output

Oil leak engine /gearbox area ()

Fail 28 Apr 2017 63,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear light lens slightly insecure. but not affecting operation of lights or output

Oil leak engine /gearbox area ()

Pass 5 May 2016 63,680 miles

handbrake travel getting high

signs of slight engine oil leak

signs of slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing when rotated

Pass 22 May 2015 63,545 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 63,258 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 63,258 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

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

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

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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UTC 520M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UTC 520M, 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 UTC 520M registered?

UTC 520M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 12 March 1974.

Is UTC 520M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTC 520M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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