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LAB 518K

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,942 mi
Last recorded42,942 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAB 518K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 42,942 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 42,841 miles

exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorating

nearside rack boot deteriorating

offside rack boot small cut

rear suspension check straps splitting

Pass 23 Sep 2015 42,559 miles

both rear suspension check straps splitting

exhaust mounting rubber split and adrift

small cut offside steering rack boot

Pass 2 Oct 2014 42,390 miles

small cut offside rack boot

Fail 30 Sep 2014 42,365 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

small cut offside rack boot

Pass 4 Oct 2012 42,053 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight play nearside kingpin

small cut offside rack boot

Pass 23 Sep 2011 41,897 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 41,407 miles

exhaust blowing slightly downpipe flange

Pass 5 Sep 2008 41,225 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 41,032 miles

small cut offside rack boot

steering rack operation slightly rough

Pass 5 Oct 2006 40,660 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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LAB 518K is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LAB 518K, 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 LAB 518K?

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What year was LAB 518K registered?

LAB 518K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 14 January 1972.

Is LAB 518K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAB 518K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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