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APX 794L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,577 mi
Last recorded2,577 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPX 794L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2023 2,577 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside rear axle kick strap perishing

Pass 25 Jul 2022 2,025 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 1,758 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 1,164 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 239 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 99,081 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 97,928 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 97,334 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 96,857 miles

wiper switch slightly sticky

Pass 4 Aug 2014 96,230 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 95,830 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 94,909 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 94,638 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 94,224 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 93,702 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 93,370 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 93,019 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2006 92,480 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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APX 794L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 APX 794L, 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

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What year was APX 794L registered?

APX 794L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 28 December 1972.

Is APX 794L safe to buy?

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