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OWJ 117K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,984 mi
Last recorded3,984 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWJ 117K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 3,984 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 3,914 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 3,879 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 3,554 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 3,288 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 2,849 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 2,846 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 2,436 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 2,432 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 2,430 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

nearside steering rack gaiter twisted

Pass 4 Aug 2007 2,173 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 2,171 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2006 1,896 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust mountings deterioating

steering rack gaiters twisted

Pass 28 Jul 2006 1,896 miles

exhaust mountings deterioating

steering rack gaiters twisted

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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OWJ 117K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OWJ 117K, 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 OWJ 117K?

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What year was OWJ 117K registered?

OWJ 117K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 11 May 1972.

Is OWJ 117K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWJ 117K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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