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NLY 209L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,524 mi
Last recorded7,524 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLY 209L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 7,524 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 7,139 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 7,111 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 21 May 2015 6,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 May 2014 6,382 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 4,988 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 3,581 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

near side rear handbrake low on rbt

slight oil seep from rear axle houseing

Pass 13 Jun 2011 1,421 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 6 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 3 Jun 2009 6 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in steering rack

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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NLY 209L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NLY 209L, 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

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What year was NLY 209L registered?

NLY 209L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 16 August 1972.

Is NLY 209L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLY 209L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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