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DLV 229K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

2,138 mi
Last recorded2,138 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLV 229K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 2,138 miles

n/s front brake slight restricted movement

o/s wiper blade perishing but clearing the windscreen

Pass 3 Jul 2017 1,968 miles

Nearside Front slight restricted movement n/s front

Pass 10 May 2016 1,426 miles

oil leak

Fail 9 May 2016 1,426 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Pass 7 May 2015 1,119 miles

nearside front brake slightly grabbing

nearside washer jet partially blocked

Pass 14 May 2014 959 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 958 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 883 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 802 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 749 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 658 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 655 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 231 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 43,367 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 43,328 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 43,328 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 43,289 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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DLV 229K is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DLV 229K, 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 DLV 229K registered?

DLV 229K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 13 June 1972.

Is DLV 229K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLV 229K shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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