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PCX 562M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

51,961 mi
Last recorded51,961 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCX 562M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 51,961 miles

Offside Front floor rusty

Fail 10 Aug 2017 51,907 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg by the anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front floor rusty

Pass 25 Sep 2015 51,888 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 51,114 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 51,114 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 2 May 2013 50,731 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 50,610 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake pedal is stiff.

Nearsiderear foot brake could be better

Pass 15 Sep 2011 50,038 miles

Foot pedal is a bit spongy

Pass 28 Apr 2010 48,682 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 48,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 45,789 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 45,789 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wiper switch faulty. clutch pedal rubber missing.

Pass 3 Aug 2006 44,833 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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PCX 562M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 PCX 562M, 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

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What year was PCX 562M registered?

PCX 562M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 18 February 1974.

Is PCX 562M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCX 562M shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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