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ATD 506L

1973 MG Midget

Maroon Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,351 mi
Last recorded54,351 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATD 506L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 54,351 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 54,009 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 53,649 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 53,643 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 53,627 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 53,625 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 53,389 miles

nsf tyre just in limite 1.6m lots welding lots surface corosion front 7 rear floor to chassis

Pass 27 Jun 2006 53,203 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 53,201 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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ATD 506L is a 1973 MG Midget in Maroon with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ATD 506L, 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 ATD 506L?

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What year was ATD 506L registered?

ATD 506L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 7 June 1973.

Is ATD 506L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATD 506L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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