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EWF 233L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,297 mi
Last recorded13,297 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWF 233L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2025 13,297 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 12,981 miles

both rear tyres getting low

slight play in offside front kingpin

Pass 21 Apr 2017 12,900 miles

slight play in nearside front steering rack end

Pass 11 Apr 2016 12,864 miles

slight play in nearside steering rack end

Pass 15 Apr 2015 12,717 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 12,193 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 11,905 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 11,701 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 11,208 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 10,505 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 10,052 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 9,852 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 9,690 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 9,195 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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EWF 233L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EWF 233L, 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 EWF 233L?

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What year was EWF 233L registered?

EWF 233L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 6 November 1972.

Is EWF 233L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWF 233L shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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