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FWN 591L

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,738 mi
Last recorded54,738 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWN 591L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 54,738 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 54,602 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 54,476 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 54,385 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 53,917 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 53,138 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 52,372 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 51,910 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 50,875 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,119 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 47,970 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 47,624 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 47,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 47,043 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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FWN 591L is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FWN 591L, 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 FWN 591L?

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What year was FWN 591L registered?

FWN 591L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is FWN 591L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWN 591L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWN 591L have outstanding finance?

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