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OML 281K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,622 mi
Last recorded22,622 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOML 281K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 22,622 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 18,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 17,512 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 16,535 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 14,595 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 14,590 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 13,006 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,236 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 7,128 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 4 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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OML 281K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green 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 OML 281K, 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 OML 281K?

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What year was OML 281K registered?

OML 281K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 9 June 1972.

Is OML 281K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OML 281K 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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