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GCS 53N

1974 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,386 mi
Last recorded96,386 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCS 53N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2018 96,386 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 96,086 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 95,193 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 94,928 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 94,124 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 93,469 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 92,878 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 92,361 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 91,072 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 89,633 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 88,307 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 86,167 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 85,237 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 83,731 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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GCS 53N is a 1974 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 GCS 53N, 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 52 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCS 53N?

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What year was GCS 53N registered?

GCS 53N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GCS 53N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCS 53N shows 14 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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