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LAH 629L

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,500 mi
Last recorded94,500 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAH 629L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 94,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Jul 2017 94,500 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both not working (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Jul 2016 94,368 miles

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack arm

Nearside Front tyre at 2mm on inside

Offside Front slight play in steering rack arm

Fail 19 Jul 2016 94,364 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack arm

Nearside Front tyre at 2mm on inside

Offside Front slight play in steering rack arm

Pass 26 Apr 2006 94,212 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 94,212 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/f tyre worn to limit

slight exhaust blow at manifold area

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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LAH 629L is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 LAH 629L, 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 53 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 LAH 629L registered?

LAH 629L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 28 March 1973.

Is LAH 629L safe to buy?

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