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PBH 359L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,941 mi
Last recorded54,941 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBH 359L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 54,941 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 54,941 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 54,951 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 54,951 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 54,951 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 54,951 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 54,951 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 54,951 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil on min

Pass 24 May 2012 54,951 miles

oil on min

Fail 6 Jun 2011 54,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 54,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2010 54,951 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 54,951 miles

Advise slight play in front bearings and steering rack

Fail 2 Jun 2009 54,951 miles

Advise slight play in front bearings and steering rack

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 54,951 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 Jun 2007 54,368 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 54,368 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 53,632 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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PBH 359L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PBH 359L, 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 PBH 359L?

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What year was PBH 359L registered?

PBH 359L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is PBH 359L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBH 359L shows 18 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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