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NMB 371L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,525 mi
Last recorded3,525 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMB 371L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 3,525 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 3,520 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 91,969 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2010 91,969 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 91,832 miles

Battery insecure

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

wear in n/s of steering rack

Pass 24 Oct 2008 91,095 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight wear in n/s of steering rack

Pass 6 Nov 2007 89,470 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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NMB 371L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NMB 371L, 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

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What year was NMB 371L registered?

NMB 371L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 4 January 1973.

Is NMB 371L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMB 371L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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