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NMK 642L

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,312 mi
Last recorded85,312 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMK 642L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 85,312 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2025 84,921 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 81,863 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 81,863 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 81,858 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 81,816 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 81,811 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 81,798 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 81,746 miles

offside rear brake tight

Pass 27 Aug 2009 81,738 miles

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

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

offside rear brake tight

Pass 28 Aug 2008 81,727 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 81,715 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 81,715 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 81,659 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 81,470 miles

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

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

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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NMK 642L is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NMK 642L, 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 NMK 642L registered?

NMK 642L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 30 August 1972.

Is NMK 642L safe to buy?

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