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LFD 551L

1973 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,087 mi
Last recorded89,087 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2014
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFD 551L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2014 89,087 miles

fuel delivery pipe starting to corrode

fuel tank starting to corrode

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 17 Aug 2012 88,999 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 88,521 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2010 88,461 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 88,453 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 88,364 miles

both rear axel straps adrift

front panel corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2008 88,045 miles

rear axel straps adrift

Fail 15 Aug 2008 88,038 miles

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

rear axel straps adrift

Pass 15 Aug 2007 87,887 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 87,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 87,760 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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LFD 551L is a 1973 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LFD 551L, 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 LFD 551L registered?

LFD 551L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 23 February 1973.

Is LFD 551L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFD 551L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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