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LPL 772K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,709 mi
Last recorded73,709 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPL 772K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 73,709 miles

corrosion to all suspension components

engine sump corroding

fuel pipes corroding

fuel tank corroding

Pass 6 May 2016 73,522 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

corrosion to all suspension components

fuel tank corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2015 72,792 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

fuel tank corroding

rear fuel pipes corroding

Pass 3 Apr 2014 72,574 miles

fuel tank corroding

general condition of vehicle underbody

handbrake travel on max limit

rear fuel (short) hose (to pump) deteriorated

rear fuel pipes corroding

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in both steering rack-ends

Pass 28 May 2010 72,455 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 72,200 miles

both rear 1/4 panels has corrosion.

Pass 17 Jan 2007 71,890 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 71,890 miles

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

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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LPL 772K is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LPL 772K, 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 LPL 772K?

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What year was LPL 772K registered?

LPL 772K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 23 June 1972.

Is LPL 772K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPL 772K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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