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GRL 952L

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,114 mi
Last recorded18,114 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRL 952L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 18,114 miles

Hazards/switch inoperative

Fail 19 Sep 2018 18,112 miles

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Hazards/switch inoperative

Pass 10 Aug 2016 17,006 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 13,771 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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GRL 952L is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GRL 952L, 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 GRL 952L?

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What year was GRL 952L registered?

GRL 952L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 12 December 1972.

Is GRL 952L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRL 952L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRL 952L have outstanding finance?

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