MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,439 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
How Reliable is the MG Midget?
Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ESM 55L is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 ESM 55L, 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 53 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 ESM 55L?
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What year was ESM 55L registered?
ESM 55L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1973.
Is ESM 55L safe to buy?
The MOT history for ESM 55L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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