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VPE 376M

1974 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,948 mi
Last recorded19,948 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPE 376M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 19,948 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively both nearside and offside fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 19,906 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 19,892 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 19,860 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 19,810 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 19,810 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 19,775 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 19,700 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 19,640 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,541 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 19,505 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 19,454 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 19,412 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 19,332 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 19,332 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 19,276 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 19,191 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 19,096 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 19,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 19,015 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 18,999 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 18,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 18,792 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 18,668 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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VPE 376M is a 1974 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VPE 376M, 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 VPE 376M?

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What year was VPE 376M registered?

VPE 376M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 25 March 1974.

Is VPE 376M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPE 376M shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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