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YNC 37L

1980 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,452 mi
Last recorded14,452 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 1980 MG Midget60,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNC 37L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 14,452 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 14,355 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 14,278 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 14,162 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 14,009 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 13,954 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 13,844 miles

general condition of vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

nearside front tyre on limit

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in nearside steering rack-end

Pass 25 Jun 2013 13,768 miles

nearside front tyre nearing limit

Fail 25 Jun 2013 13,768 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearside front tyre nearing limit

Pass 26 Jul 2012 13,637 miles

n/s front tyre low

n/s track rod end gaiter poor

Pass 1 Jul 2010 13,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 20 Jan 2009 13,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 12,831 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,608 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 11,864 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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YNC 37L is a 1980 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 60,468 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 YNC 37L, 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 46 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNC 37L registered?

YNC 37L is a 1980 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is YNC 37L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNC 37L 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.

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