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DPM 771K

1972 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,303 mi
Last recorded93,303 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPM 771K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 93,303 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 93,036 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 92,827 miles

fluid leak around n/s rear hub seal

Fail 27 Jun 2015 92,802 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fluid leak around n/s rear hub seal

Pass 21 Jun 2014 92,433 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 92,014 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 91,223 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 90,937 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 90,740 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 90,349 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 89,943 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 89,595 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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DPM 771K is a 1972 MG Midget in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DPM 771K, 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 DPM 771K?

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What year was DPM 771K registered?

DPM 771K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is DPM 771K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPM 771K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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