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HPG 901K

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,922 mi
Last recorded68,922 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPG 901K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 68,922 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 67,441 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 67,441 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 66,340 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 65,934 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 65,099 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 64,250 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 61,957 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 58,199 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 57,095 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 52,810 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 49,143 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 45,815 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 42,128 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 39,837 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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HPG 901K is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 HPG 901K, 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 55 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HPG 901K registered?

HPG 901K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is HPG 901K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPG 901K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HPG 901K have outstanding finance?

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