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FAU 449L

1973 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,243 mi
Last recorded92,243 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAU 449L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 92,243 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 92,044 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 92,037 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 91,737 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 91,341 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 90,568 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 90,554 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 90,240 miles

ns rear drive shaft slight leak of gear oil

Pass 26 Jul 2010 89,583 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 88,868 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 88,226 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 86,915 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 86,480 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 86,478 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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FAU 449L is a 1973 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FAU 449L, 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

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What year was FAU 449L registered?

FAU 449L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 24 May 1973.

Is FAU 449L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAU 449L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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