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AEL 576K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,354 mi
Last recorded48,354 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEL 576K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 48,354 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 47,923 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 47,252 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2011 45,636 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,165 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 43,667 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 42,740 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 42,740 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 41,995 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005

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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AEL 576K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 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 AEL 576K, 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 54 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 AEL 576K?

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What year was AEL 576K registered?

AEL 576K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 7 April 1972.

Is AEL 576K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEL 576K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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