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VTK 486M

1973 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,544 mi
Last recorded1,544 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTK 486M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 1,544 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 111 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 99,981 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 98,981 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 98,671 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 97,661 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 96,671 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 95,561 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 94,241 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 94,071 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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VTK 486M is a 1973 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 VTK 486M, 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 53 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 VTK 486M?

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What year was VTK 486M registered?

VTK 486M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is VTK 486M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTK 486M shows 10 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 VTK 486M have outstanding finance?

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