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CDU 541K

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,438 mi
Last recorded73,438 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDU 541K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 73,438 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 73,144 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 73,144 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 72,825 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Has small chip in line with centre of steering wheel (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 72,825 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high Headlamp unit loose within retaining ring due to missing clamping plate and screw (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Has small chip in line with centre of steering wheel (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 72,552 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 72,552 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 72,069 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 71,613 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in line with centre of steering wheel (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 71,613 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in line with centre of steering wheel (3.2 (a) (i))

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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CDU 541K is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CDU 541K, 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 CDU 541K registered?

CDU 541K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 24 January 1972.

Is CDU 541K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDU 541K shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDU 541K have outstanding finance?

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