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LMK 172K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,886 mi
Last recorded5,886 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMK 172K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 5,886 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 5,843 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 5,832 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 58,119 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 5,808 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 5,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

boot cannot be opened

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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LMK 172K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LMK 172K, 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 LMK 172K?

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What year was LMK 172K registered?

LMK 172K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 28 April 1972.

Is LMK 172K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMK 172K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LMK 172K have outstanding finance?

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