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GNZ 274

1972 MG Midget

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37 mi
Last recorded37 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNZ 274
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 37 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 18 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed o/s/f and n/s/f hoses rubbing on wheels and tyres on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle o/s/f and n/s/f fouling anti roll bars (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 2 Jan 2014 77,462 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 77,306 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 76,939 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 76,202 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

fuel pump rubber pipe deteriorating

rear leaf springs corroded

Fail 14 Feb 2011 76,202 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

fuel pump rubber pipe deteriorating

rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2010 76,783 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 76,783 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 76,724 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 7,661 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 76,601 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 76,601 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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GNZ 274 is a 1972 MG Midget in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GNZ 274, 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 GNZ 274?

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What year was GNZ 274 registered?

GNZ 274 is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is GNZ 274 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNZ 274 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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