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YLR 202S

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,354 mi
Last recorded36,354 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLR 202S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 36,354 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 36,110 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 36,110 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 35,731 miles

corrosion both inner wings not considerd structral

Pass 28 Apr 2012 34,742 miles

Car has gennerally been patched and repaired in numerous places, due to coverage benefit given to presenter.

Corrosion to O/S inner wing, not considered structural.

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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YLR 202S is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 YLR 202S, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLR 202S?

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What year was YLR 202S registered?

YLR 202S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is YLR 202S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLR 202S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLR 202S have outstanding finance?

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