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ORV 448H

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

47,850 mi
Last recorded47,850 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORV 448H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 47,850 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 47,765 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 47,628 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 47,579 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 47,438 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 47,259 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 46,939 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 46,903 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 46,814 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 46,748 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 46,566 miles

clutch release bearing noisy

gear box and axle oil leaks

slight lift at off side front stub axle (lower joint)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 46,562 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

clutch release bearing noisy

gear box and axle oil leaks

idle speed slightly high

slight lift at off side front stub axle (lower joint)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 46,329 miles

fuel cap seal poor

imbalance between front brakes close to limit

nearside front side light dim

offside headlamp aim on upper limit

slight lateral and side to side movement at steering wheel

uneven rise and fall btween rear brakes

washers poor

Pass 1 Feb 2010 45,599 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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ORV 448H is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 ORV 448H, 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 56 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 ORV 448H registered?

ORV 448H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 12 May 1970.

Is ORV 448H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORV 448H shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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