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OYR 898L

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,294 mi
Last recorded90,294 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYR 898L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2017 90,294 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 90,098 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 89,830 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 89,491 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 89,382 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 89,152 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 89,027 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 88,767 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 88,303 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 87,824 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 87,347 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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OYR 898L is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OYR 898L, 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 OYR 898L?

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What year was OYR 898L registered?

OYR 898L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 24 November 1972.

Is OYR 898L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYR 898L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OYR 898L have outstanding finance?

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