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GLG 975K

1972 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,358 mi
Last recorded59,358 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLG 975K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 59,358 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 59,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 59,193 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 59,119 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 58,971 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 58,903 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 58,445 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 58,315 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 58,300 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 58,291 miles

track rod end lock nut very close to inside of wheel

Fail 26 May 2017 58,286 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 58,277 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 58,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 58,271 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 58,256 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 58,086 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 58,082 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 58,018 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 58,004 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 57,999 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 57,999 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 57,803 miles

advise areas od advanced corrosion under vehicle!

advise front brakes out of balance 23%!

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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GLG 975K is a 1972 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GLG 975K, 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 GLG 975K?

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What year was GLG 975K registered?

GLG 975K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 24 April 1972.

Is GLG 975K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLG 975K shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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