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YFR 962R

1977 MG Midget

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

899 mi
Last recorded899 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFR 962R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 899 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 664 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 399 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 399 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 270 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 117 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 42 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 99,498 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 99,114 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 98,943 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 98,360 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 98,058 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 97,980 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 97,784 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 97,598 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 97,256 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 97,256 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 96,794 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 96,223 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 95,436 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 95,375 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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YFR 962R is a 1977 MG Midget in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 YFR 962R, 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 49 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 YFR 962R?

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What year was YFR 962R registered?

YFR 962R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 3 March 1977.

Is YFR 962R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFR 962R shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YFR 962R have outstanding finance?

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