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PAO 50M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,659 mi
Last recorded6,659 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAO 50M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 6,659 miles

Slight play in the front suspension joints

Pass 4 Apr 2016 4,998 miles

Slight play in the front suspension joints

Pass 8 Apr 2015 3,777 miles

play in the o/s lower trunion bushes

Pass 28 Apr 2014 2,535 miles

some play in the o/s/f trunion bushes

Pass 1 May 2012 1,507 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 1,503 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 May 2011 687 miles

play in trunions

Fail 3 May 2011 686 miles

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

play in trunions

Pass 28 May 2009 99,861 miles

the o/s trunion is worn

Pass 2 Jun 2008 98,641 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 97,320 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 96,130 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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PAO 50M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 PAO 50M, 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 53 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 PAO 50M?

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What year was PAO 50M registered?

PAO 50M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is PAO 50M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAO 50M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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