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YYC 891N

1973 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

10,041 mi
Last recorded10,041 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYC 891N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 10,041 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 9,384 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 8,924 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,483 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 7,748 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 7,217 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 6,605 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 6,127 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 5,438 miles

nearside rear tyre tread outer edge starting to wear

offside rear tyre tread worn to 1.6mm

prop shaft rear u.j slight movement

Pass 28 Aug 2010 5,027 miles

near side beam pattern weak

Pass 14 Jul 2009 3,691 miles

nearside rear tyre tread wearing on edges

slight oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2008 2,585 miles

nearside front king pin slight lift

offside rear tyre tread outer edge worn to 1.6mm

Fail 15 Jul 2008 2,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front king pin slight lift

offside rear tyre tread outer edge worn to 1.6mm

Pass 17 Jul 2007 1,330 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 298 miles

slight imbalance on rear brakes

slight oil leak from engine

slight play in steering rack

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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YYC 891N is a 1973 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YYC 891N, 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

How do I check the history of YYC 891N?

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What year was YYC 891N registered?

YYC 891N is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is YYC 891N safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYC 891N shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YYC 891N have outstanding finance?

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