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ABB 292M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,119 mi
Last recorded65,119 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABB 292M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 65,119 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 64,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 64,479 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2017 64,413 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 64,413 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 64,226 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 64,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 63,871 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 63,675 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2012 63,588 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 63,467 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 63,261 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 62,589 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 62,208 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 61,921 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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ABB 292M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 ABB 292M, 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 52 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 ABB 292M registered?

ABB 292M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is ABB 292M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABB 292M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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