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DAF 991K

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,085 mi
Last recorded15,085 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAF 991K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 15,085 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 14,532 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 14,257 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,901 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyres cracked and perished

Pass 20 Feb 2013 13,307 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 12,999 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 12,999 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion o s f floor

Pass 31 Aug 2010 12,342 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 12,064 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 11,260 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 10,765 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 9,307 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 9,307 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Petrol cap seal starting to crack.

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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DAF 991K is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DAF 991K, 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 DAF 991K?

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What year was DAF 991K registered?

DAF 991K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 17 April 1972.

Is DAF 991K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAF 991K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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