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YMP 287T

1979 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

69,816 mi
Last recorded69,816 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMP 287T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 69,816 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 89,489 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 89,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 88,781 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 88,587 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 88,214 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 87,394 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 87,213 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 86,649 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 86,594 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 86,594 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 85,994 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 85,377 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 84,163 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 83,206 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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YMP 287T is a 1979 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YMP 287T, 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 YMP 287T?

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What year was YMP 287T registered?

YMP 287T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 22 March 1979.

Is YMP 287T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMP 287T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YMP 287T have outstanding finance?

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