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YFO 591

1996 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,623 mi
Last recorded38,623 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 MG Midget38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFO 591
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 38,623 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 38,452 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,113 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,314 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 36,937 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 36,789 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 36,721 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 36,672 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 36,573 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 36,573 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 36,514 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 36,430 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 36,291 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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YFO 591 is a 1996 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 38,538 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 YFO 591, 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 30 years old, this MG Midget is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YFO 591?

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What year was YFO 591 registered?

YFO 591 is a 1996 MG Midget, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is YFO 591 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFO 591 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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