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DTO 468L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,396 mi
Last recorded97,396 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTO 468L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 97,396 miles

lower steering column bush worn

slight play in n/fs + o/s front trunions

Pass 29 Aug 2014 97,382 miles

lower steering column bush worn

slight play in o/s + n/s front trunions

Fail 28 Aug 2014 97,382 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

lower steering column bush worn

slight play in o/s + n/s front trunions

Pass 21 Feb 2011 87,041 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 95,285 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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DTO 468L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DTO 468L, 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 DTO 468L?

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What year was DTO 468L registered?

DTO 468L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 8 September 1972.

Is DTO 468L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTO 468L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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