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FOE 400L

1972 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,265 mi
Last recorded9,265 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOE 400L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 9,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 9,159 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 9,027 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 5 May 2016 9,003 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 8,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 8,532 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 7,288 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,272 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 5,492 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 4,620 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 4,620 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 3,945 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 3,945 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 3,596 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 2,612 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 2,060 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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FOE 400L is a 1972 MG Midget in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FOE 400L, 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 FOE 400L registered?

FOE 400L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is FOE 400L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOE 400L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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