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WJ52 OUL

2002 Microcar Mgo

Red Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,406 mi
Last recorded24,406 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Microcar Mgo15,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 OUL
MakeMicrocar
ModelMgo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 24,406 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 15,318 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 15,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 14,608 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,018 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 13,362 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 12,010 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 12,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 10,688 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres cracking in sidewalls and tread

Fail 24 Feb 2010 10,686 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres cracking in sidewalls and tread

Pass 5 Aug 2009 10,654 miles

How Reliable is the Microcar Mgo?

Based on 4,831 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
1,660
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Steering rack gaiter split 103
parking brake recording little or no effort 82
wheel bearing rough when rotated 67
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 63
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WJ52 OUL is a 2002 Microcar Mgo in Red with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Microcar Mgo models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 15,392 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 Microcar Mgo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ52 OUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Microcar Mgo typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Microcar Mgo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ52 OUL registered?

WJ52 OUL is a 2002 Microcar Mgo, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is WJ52 OUL safe to buy?

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