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CPO 658L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,500 mi
Last recorded45,500 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPO 658L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 45,500 miles

Nearside Rear slight brake bind

slight play all rear shackle bushes

start of corrosion body by front body mounts

Pass 18 May 2016 44,681 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 43,868 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 42,906 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 May 2013 41,502 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 41,002 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 41,002 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

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

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin incorrectly positioned (2.4.G.3a)

Rear Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 40,968 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 40,572 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 40,022 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 39,240 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 38,505 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 38,501 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 37,196 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 36,619 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear axell straps part perished

slight lift / play in n/s & o/s front king pins

struture sound and secure but most setion in an advance state of corrision

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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CPO 658L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 CPO 658L, 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 CPO 658L?

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What year was CPO 658L registered?

CPO 658L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is CPO 658L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPO 658L shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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