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GDL 309N

1974 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,406 mi
Last recorded48,406 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDL 309N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 48,406 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Jun 2017 48,390 miles

Direction indicators not working constantly illuminated (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 47,638 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 47,321 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 47,300 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 47,256 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 47,206 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 47,143 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 46,925 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 46,789 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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GDL 309N is a 1974 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 GDL 309N, 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 52 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 GDL 309N registered?

GDL 309N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 29 October 1974.

Is GDL 309N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDL 309N shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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