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VHM 504M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,391 mi
Last recorded59,391 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHM 504M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 59,391 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Jun 2017 59,376 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts catching on steering (3.6.B.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Apr 2009 73,788 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 73,050 miles

corrosion n/s boot floor

Fail 16 Mar 2006 72,996 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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VHM 504M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VHM 504M, 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 VHM 504M registered?

VHM 504M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is VHM 504M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHM 504M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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