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WCA 556K

1971 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,752 mi
Last recorded5,752 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCA 556K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 5,752 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 5,663 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 5,650 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2021 5,563 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 5,372 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 5,372 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 5,013 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 4,121 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 3,919 miles

all tyres age cracking[advise new tyres]

n/s/r exhaust mounting poor

some wear in steering rack

Pass 28 Jul 2015 2,916 miles

all tyres age cracking

n/s/r exhaust mounting poor

some wear starting in steering rack

Pass 19 Aug 2014 2,723 miles

all tyres starting to age crack

some wear starting in steering rack

Pass 19 Aug 2013 2,597 miles

some wear starting in steering rack

Pass 9 Aug 2012 2,459 miles

some wear starting in steering rack

Pass 17 Aug 2011 2,106 miles

n/s/r exhaust mounting poor

some wear starting in steering rack

Pass 5 Aug 2010 1,768 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 1,439 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 1,289 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 12 Aug 2008 1,289 miles

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

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 975 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 485 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 482 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 99,702 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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WCA 556K is a 1971 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 WCA 556K, 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 55 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 WCA 556K?

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What year was WCA 556K registered?

WCA 556K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 13 December 1971.

Is WCA 556K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCA 556K shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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