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VAN 831M

1974 MG Midget

Red Diesel 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,817 mi
Last recorded22,817 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAN 831M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2018 22,817 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 22,638 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 22,341 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 22,212 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 22,057 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 21,900 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,774 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 21,758 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,720 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 21,616 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 21,284 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 20,951 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 20,856 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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VAN 831M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VAN 831M, 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

How do I check the history of VAN 831M?

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What year was VAN 831M registered?

VAN 831M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 22 March 1974.

Is VAN 831M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAN 831M shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAN 831M have outstanding finance?

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