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PYA 189L

1973 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,659 mi
Last recorded19,659 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYA 189L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 19,659 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 19,620 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 19,607 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

underside of the vehicle corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,513 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 19,308 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,249 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 19,249 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 19,030 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 18,475 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 17,354 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 16,996 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 15,876 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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PYA 189L is a 1973 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 PYA 189L, 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 53 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 PYA 189L?

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What year was PYA 189L registered?

PYA 189L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 16 February 1973.

Is PYA 189L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYA 189L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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