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UML 40M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,343 mi
Last recorded11,343 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUML 40M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 11,343 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Sep 2024 11,035 miles

Nearside Front inner arch corroded

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 10,481 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 9,877 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 9,225 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 8,039 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 7,125 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 6,270 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 6,270 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 5,872 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 5,315 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 4,665 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 4,114 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 3,555 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 3,071 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 2,696 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 May 2007 2,696 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Hand Brake Lever Travel Slightly High.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 May 2006 2,254 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

handbrake travel almost excessive

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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UML 40M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UML 40M, 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

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What year was UML 40M registered?

UML 40M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is UML 40M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UML 40M shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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