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GCV 892L

1972 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,068 mi
Last recorded41,068 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCV 892L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2012 41,068 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 40,858 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 40,527 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 40,527 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 38,575 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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GCV 892L is a 1972 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GCV 892L, 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 GCV 892L?

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What year was GCV 892L registered?

GCV 892L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 24 November 1972.

Is GCV 892L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCV 892L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCV 892L have outstanding finance?

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