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NSY 596K

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

89,552 mi
Last recorded89,552 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSY 596K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 89,552 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 89,549 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2018 89,476 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 89,381 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 89,379 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 15 Mar 2016 89,200 miles

both rear shock asb rubbers worn

Pass 1 May 2015 89,079 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 89,078 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 89,019 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 88,938 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 88,616 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 88,520 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 88,520 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 88,416 miles

slight lift in n/s king pin assembly

Pass 9 Mar 2009
Fail 28 Feb 2009

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 88,087 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 87,503 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 87,501 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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NSY 596K is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 NSY 596K, 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

How do I check the history of NSY 596K?

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What year was NSY 596K registered?

NSY 596K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 28 March 1972.

Is NSY 596K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSY 596K shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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