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YNM 663L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

17,695 mi
Last recorded17,695 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNM 663L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 17,695 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion panel outer and inner (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 17,546 miles

rust around front panel - not structural

Pass 4 Dec 2013 17,369 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 17,367 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 7,131 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 16,902 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 16,561 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 16,560 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 15,965 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

some rust under front valance but not structural

Pass 17 Oct 2008 15,128 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 15,128 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 14,541 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 13,757 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 12,856 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 12,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YNM 663L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YNM 663L, 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 YNM 663L registered?

YNM 663L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is YNM 663L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNM 663L shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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