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MHC 659L

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,611 mi
Last recorded96,611 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHC 659L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 96,611 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 94,587 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 94,569 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 94,546 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 30 Jul 2010 94,526 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 27 Jul 2010 94,525 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 94,525 miles

nearside front floor starting to corrode

Pass 4 Jun 2008 94,525 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 92,882 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 92,882 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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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MHC 659L is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MHC 659L, 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 MHC 659L?

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What year was MHC 659L registered?

MHC 659L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is MHC 659L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHC 659L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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