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VPL 531M

1974 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,082 mi
Last recorded17,082 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPL 531M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 17,082 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 16,024 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 15,143 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective rubber mount by the nearside rear shock absorber has become unbonded from its metal backing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 15,143 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective mount located near to the nearside rear shock absorber has become unbonded from its steel backing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 14,934 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Where the rear exhaust box connects to the centre exhaust pipe. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 13,526 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 13,526 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 12,646 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 12,013 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2020 12,012 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 May 2018 8,249 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 6,774 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 5,255 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 3,654 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 2,114 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 203 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 36,709 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 34,667 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 32,532 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 29,973 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 27,954 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 26,057 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 23,127 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 23,127 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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VPL 531M is a 1974 MG Midget in White 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 VPL 531M, 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 VPL 531M registered?

VPL 531M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 17 May 1974.

Is VPL 531M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPL 531M 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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