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UWW 454L

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

16,779 mi
Last recorded16,779 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWW 454L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 16,779 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 16,458 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 16,127 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 15,769 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 15,769 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

reverse lights npt working

Pass 2 Aug 2021 15,447 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 15,262 miles

rear handbrake clevis pin worn and possible linkage play

Pass 1 Jul 2019 14,899 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

rear hand brake clevis pins worn ,and possible linkage rods to / nearside and offside

Fail 27 Jun 2019 14,899 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

rear hand brake clevis pins worn ,and possible linkage rods to / nearside and offside

Pass 2 Jul 2018 14,412 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 14,031 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 13,481 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 13,016 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 12,425 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 11,480 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,753 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,874 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 8,037 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 7,599 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 6,257 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 6,188 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 3,923 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 962 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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UWW 454L is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 UWW 454L, 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 UWW 454L?

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What year was UWW 454L registered?

UWW 454L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UWW 454L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWW 454L shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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