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DGE 477K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,002 mi
Last recorded10,002 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGE 477K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 10,002 miles

exstensive welding repairs through out underside of vehicle all cover in underseal

Pass 12 Dec 2012 9,963 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front floors corroded

rest of underside of vehicle corroding

Fail 6 Dec 2012 9,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front floors corroded

rest of underside of vehicle corroding

Pass 7 Jun 2010 9,655 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 8,585 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 8,585 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 8,034 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 7,022 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 6,033 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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DGE 477K is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DGE 477K, 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 DGE 477K registered?

DGE 477K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is DGE 477K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGE 477K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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