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BFA 804L

1972 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,766 mi
Last recorded15,766 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFA 804L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 15,766 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 15,119 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 13,954 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 12,569 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 11,517 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 11,469 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 11,367 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 11,367 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 11,331 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake aplication slightly uneven (o/s slower)

Pass 25 May 2007 11,175 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 11,121 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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BFA 804L is a 1972 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BFA 804L, 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 BFA 804L?

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What year was BFA 804L registered?

BFA 804L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is BFA 804L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFA 804L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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