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MBH 823L

1972 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,712 mi
Last recorded9,712 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBH 823L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 9,712 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 9,711 miles

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 9,678 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 9,657 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 9,496 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 8,832 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2007 8,773 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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MBH 823L is a 1972 MG Midget in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MBH 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 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 MBH 823L?

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What year was MBH 823L registered?

MBH 823L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 22 September 1972.

Is MBH 823L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBH 823L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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