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HDX 5H

1974 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,515 mi
Last recorded67,515 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDX 5H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 67,515 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 67,419 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 67,419 miles

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 67,121 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 67,117 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

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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HDX 5H is a 1974 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 HDX 5H, 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 52 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 HDX 5H?

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What year was HDX 5H registered?

HDX 5H is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 5 September 1974.

Is HDX 5H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDX 5H shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDX 5H have outstanding finance?

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