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YUD 955M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

6,231 mi
Last recorded6,231 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUD 955M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 6,231 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 5,813 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 5,675 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 5,515 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 5,199 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 4,626 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 4,187 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 3,710 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 3,225 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 2,395 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 1,478 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 538 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 99,210 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 98,387 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 97,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

hand brake links & pins are worn.

Fail 1 Jun 2006 96,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

oil leaking from diff pinion oil seal

Pass 1 Jun 2006 96,855 miles

oil leaking from diff pinion oil seal

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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YUD 955M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YUD 955M, 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 YUD 955M registered?

YUD 955M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is YUD 955M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUD 955M shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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