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OSL 55N

1974 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,874 mi
Last recorded46,874 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSL 55N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 46,874 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 46,521 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 46,496 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 46,496 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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OSL 55N is a 1974 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OSL 55N, 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 OSL 55N?

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What year was OSL 55N registered?

OSL 55N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 23 August 1974.

Is OSL 55N safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSL 55N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSL 55N have outstanding finance?

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