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LWN 823L

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,374 mi
Last recorded37,374 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWN 823L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 37,374 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 37,126 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 36,709 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 35,793 miles

rust on front lower valance.

Fail 19 Dec 2014 35,793 miles

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

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

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

rust on front lower valance.

Pass 4 Apr 2008 34,591 miles

slight lift and sideplay in n/s and o/s front kingpins

unable to check metal brake pipes fully due to thick underseal

unable to check rear leaf springs fully due to protective wrapping

unable too check underside of vehicle fully due to thick underseal

Pass 23 May 2007 33,752 miles

slight lift in front king pins

unable to check metal brake pipes and cables fully due to thick wax oil

Pass 15 Jun 2006 33,299 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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LWN 823L is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LWN 823L, 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

How do I check the history of LWN 823L?

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What year was LWN 823L registered?

LWN 823L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 2 July 1973.

Is LWN 823L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWN 823L 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.

Does LWN 823L have outstanding finance?

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