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GNW 890K

1972 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,491 mi
Last recorded6,491 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNW 890K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2016 6,491 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 6,414 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 5,724 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 5,569 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 4,948 miles

slight play o/s steering rack

Pass 5 Aug 2010 3,951 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 28,775 miles

slight play in steering rack

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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GNW 890K is a 1972 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GNW 890K, 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 GNW 890K?

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What year was GNW 890K registered?

GNW 890K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 8 March 1972.

Is GNW 890K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNW 890K shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GNW 890K have outstanding finance?

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