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FCG 215K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,094 mi
Last recorded99,094 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCG 215K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 99,094 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened fouling lower wishbone when fully loaded. (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 97,976 miles

Front slight play in both sides king pins.

Pass 5 Jan 2016 96,578 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 95,246 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 94,111 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 92,799 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 91,457 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 90,091 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 87,756 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 85,704 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 85,689 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 85,689 miles

headlamps at lowest level,advise adjustment

non standard steering wheel fitted,recheck bolts reguraly

severe engine misfire,requires attention asap

some lift in off side front king-pin

Fail 16 Jun 2006 85,689 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

ignition key bent

no front grill

play in steering column

some roughness of steering rack and column, limited vision.

Fail 16 Dec 2005 85,689 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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FCG 215K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FCG 215K, 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

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What year was FCG 215K registered?

FCG 215K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 6 March 1972.

Is FCG 215K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCG 215K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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