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ATC 543L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,770 mi
Last recorded77,770 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATC 543L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2014 77,770 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

extensive previous underbody panelling repairs

vehicle altered for circuit racing

Pass 11 Apr 2013 77,752 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

extensive previous underbody panelling repairs

vehicle altered for circuit racing use

Pass 24 Apr 2012 77,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

vehicle prepared for race use

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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ATC 543L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ATC 543L, 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 ATC 543L?

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What year was ATC 543L registered?

ATC 543L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 15 May 1973.

Is ATC 543L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATC 543L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ATC 543L have outstanding finance?

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