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KUR 643L

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

16,107 mi
Last recorded16,107 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUR 643L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 16,107 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 16,097 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 15,483 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play all four wheels (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 14,948 miles

Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened all rear parking brake linkages (3.5.1e)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 14,356 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 14,308 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear axel retaining strap excessively deteriorated

under side of the vehicle is corroded including floor pan, steering and suspension components

Fail 27 Apr 2016 14,308 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear axel retaining strap excessively deteriorated

under side of the vehicle is corroded including floor pan, steering and suspension components

Pass 8 Apr 2015 14,280 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front headlight aim are low

n/s rear axle strap worn

Pass 15 Apr 2014 13,956 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 13,954 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same shape (1.7.6)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,414 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 13,075 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front hubs free play

Fail 15 Mar 2012

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front hubs free play

Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,532 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight play in all wheel bearings

Pass 17 Apr 2010 12,099 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 11,999 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 11,992 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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KUR 643L is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KUR 643L, 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 KUR 643L?

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What year was KUR 643L registered?

KUR 643L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 22 December 1972.

Is KUR 643L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUR 643L shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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