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FKJ 806L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,526 mi
Last recorded13,526 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 806L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2014 13,526 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 11,199 miles

n/s/f lower spring stop missing

o/s/f inner arch insecure

slight play in brake master cylindar pin on linkage

slight play in o/s/f lower trunion

Fail 6 Feb 2013 11,198 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f lower spring stop missing

o/s/f inner arch insecure

slight play in brake master cylindar pin on linkage

slight play in o/s/f lower trunion

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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FKJ 806L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 FKJ 806L, 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 FKJ 806L?

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What year was FKJ 806L registered?

FKJ 806L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is FKJ 806L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 806L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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