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WTB 542M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,358 mi
Last recorded10,358 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTB 542M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 10,358 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 9,631 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 7,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 4,966 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 3,892 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 3,683 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 3,082 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 2,073 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 2,067 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 1,984 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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WTB 542M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 WTB 542M, 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 WTB 542M?

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What year was WTB 542M registered?

WTB 542M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 4 June 1974.

Is WTB 542M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTB 542M 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 WTB 542M have outstanding finance?

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