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GMO 193K

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

7,868 mi
Last recorded7,868 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMO 193K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 7,868 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 7,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. spare tyre fitted at test (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 21 May 2015 7,610 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 May 2015 7,610 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 7,554 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 7,544 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 6,912 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 6,907 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,237 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 6,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 5,757 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 5,750 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2007 5,742 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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GMO 193K is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GMO 193K, 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.

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What year was GMO 193K registered?

GMO 193K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1972.

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