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MLW 276L

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,856 mi
Last recorded79,856 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLW 276L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 79,856 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 79,632 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 79,461 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 79,158 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 78,933 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 15,817 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 15,578 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 15,578 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 15,107 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 14,565 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 14,014 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 12,551 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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MLW 276L is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MLW 276L, 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 MLW 276L?

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What year was MLW 276L registered?

MLW 276L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 10 November 1972.

Is MLW 276L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLW 276L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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