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FWW 399L

1973 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,065 mi
Last recorded7,065 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 399L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2017 7,065 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

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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FWW 399L is a 1973 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FWW 399L, 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

How do I check the history of FWW 399L?

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What year was FWW 399L registered?

FWW 399L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is FWW 399L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 399L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWW 399L have outstanding finance?

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