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LHX 161K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,874 mi
Last recorded3,874 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHX 161K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2010 3,874 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 3,874 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 3,689 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 3,689 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 3,364 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 3,364 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 3,199 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 3,191 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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LHX 161K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LHX 161K, 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 LHX 161K?

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What year was LHX 161K registered?

LHX 161K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 11 May 1972.

Is LHX 161K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHX 161K shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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