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YWP 774W

1981 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,017 mi
Last recorded39,017 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Midget49,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWP 774W
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 May 2020 39,017 miles

slight play in front prop shaft u/j

Pass 26 Apr 2018 38,999 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 24 Jun 2016 38,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 38,540 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Jul 2014 38,338 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2013 37,835 miles

ex mount broken

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 4 Oct 2011 37,776 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 37,506 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 37,109 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 36,089 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 36,085 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 34,910 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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YWP 774W is a 1981 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 49,127 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 YWP 774W, 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 45 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 YWP 774W?

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What year was YWP 774W registered?

YWP 774W is a 1981 MG Midget, first registered on 6 January 1981.

Is YWP 774W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWP 774W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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