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ETR 618L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,698 mi
Last recorded91,698 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETR 618L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 91,698 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 89,197 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 89,197 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 88,462 miles

play in n/s front wheel bearings

play in n/s steering rack

Fail 5 Jul 2016 88,462 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint at manifold (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 85,496 miles

play in o/s and n/s front wheel bearings

Fail 10 Jul 2015 85,444 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

play in o/s and n/s front wheel bearings

Pass 15 Jul 2014 83,045 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2014 83,045 miles

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake Back Plate Damp

Pass 12 Jul 2013 81,506 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 81,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 80,790 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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ETR 618L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 ETR 618L, 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 ETR 618L?

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What year was ETR 618L registered?

ETR 618L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is ETR 618L safe to buy?

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