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LGO 703K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

93,756 mi
Last recorded93,756 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGO 703K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 93,756 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 93,636 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 93,432 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 93,289 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 93,065 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 92,864 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 92,455 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 92,169 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 91,853 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 91,559 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 91,406 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 90,734 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 90,445 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 89,914 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 89,907 miles

Offside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 88,675 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 25 Feb 2008 88,655 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2007 87,570 miles

O/s wiper blade starting to split

O/s/r axle check strap detached

Pass 21 Jan 2006 86,156 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 86,156 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

O/s wiper blade starting to split

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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LGO 703K is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LGO 703K, 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

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What year was LGO 703K registered?

LGO 703K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 14 March 1972.

Is LGO 703K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGO 703K shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LGO 703K have outstanding finance?

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