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YCY 4T

1979 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,692 mi
Last recorded88,692 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCY 4T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 88,692 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 88,569 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 88,569 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 88,236 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 88,042 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 88,042 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 87,553 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 87,551 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 86,415 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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YCY 4T is a 1979 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YCY 4T, 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 47 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YCY 4T?

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What year was YCY 4T registered?

YCY 4T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 5 April 1979.

Is YCY 4T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCY 4T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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