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DDN 974K

1972 MG Midget

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,292 mi
Last recorded94,292 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDN 974K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 94,292 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 94,111 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 94,109 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 May 2013 93,903 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Fail 15 May 2013 93,900 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

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

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2012 93,860 miles

n/s/f wiper blade rubber split

Pass 13 Apr 2011 93,695 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 93,062 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Pass 3 Sep 2007 93,921 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 93,921 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

minor play in both front wheels,from trunions.may require grease

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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DDN 974K is a 1972 MG Midget in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DDN 974K, 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 DDN 974K registered?

DDN 974K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is DDN 974K safe to buy?

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