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DKR 899K

1972 MG Midget

Maroon Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,339 mi
Last recorded97,339 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKR 899K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2010 97,339 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 97,339 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 97,338 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 97,335 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

clutch pedal rubber missing

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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DKR 899K is a 1972 MG Midget in Maroon with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DKR 899K, 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 DKR 899K?

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What year was DKR 899K registered?

DKR 899K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 22 May 1972.

Is DKR 899K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKR 899K shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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