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MPA 317K

1971 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,918 mi
Last recorded23,918 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPA 317K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2013 23,918 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 23,848 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,765 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 23,687 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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MPA 317K is a 1971 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 MPA 317K, 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 55 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 MPA 317K?

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What year was MPA 317K registered?

MPA 317K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is MPA 317K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPA 317K shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPA 317K have outstanding finance?

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