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YLJ 442K

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,794 mi
Last recorded98,794 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLJ 442K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2024 98,794 miles

underside of vechile has been undersealed

Pass 23 Apr 2016 98,695 miles

Some visual blue smoke from exhaust on acceleration[ acceptable for vehicle age]

Pass 1 Aug 2014 98,660 miles

nearside front stabiliser link touching suspension arm

Pass 20 Jul 2013 98,648 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 98,555 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 98,472 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 99,000 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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YLJ 442K is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 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 YLJ 442K, 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 54 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YLJ 442K registered?

YLJ 442K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 24 January 1972.

Is YLJ 442K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLJ 442K shows 7 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 YLJ 442K have outstanding finance?

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