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OWC 141M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,511 mi
Last recorded8,511 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWC 141M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 8,511 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake slight imbalance on rear

Fail 11 Apr 2011 8,501 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake slight imbalance on rear

Pass 10 Sep 2007 8,005 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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OWC 141M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 OWC 141M, 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 52 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 OWC 141M?

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What year was OWC 141M registered?

OWC 141M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 8 January 1974.

Is OWC 141M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWC 141M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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