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VMU 556M

1974 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,887 mi
Last recorded77,887 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMU 556M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 May 2018 77,887 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 76,195 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 73,836 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 71,985 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 81,908 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 67,641 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 65,369 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 63,240 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 61,065 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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VMU 556M is a 1974 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VMU 556M, 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 VMU 556M?

You can check the full history of VMU 556M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VMU 556M registered?

VMU 556M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 20 March 1974.

Is VMU 556M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMU 556M shows 9 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 VMU 556M have outstanding finance?

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