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NBC 13M

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,501 mi
Last recorded18,501 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBC 13M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 18,501 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 17,471 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 16,723 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 15,748 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 14,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 14,221 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

intermittant fault on horn

Pass 17 Oct 2013 12,186 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 10,289 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 8,723 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 7,271 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 5,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 5,798 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 4,185 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 2,330 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 68 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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NBC 13M is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NBC 13M, 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 NBC 13M?

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What year was NBC 13M registered?

NBC 13M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 6 November 1973.

Is NBC 13M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBC 13M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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