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PCP 962K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

8,868 mi
Last recorded8,868 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCP 962K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 8,868 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 8,752 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 8,750 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 8,065 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 8,053 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 7,946 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 7,873 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 7,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 6,903 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 6,460 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,556 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 5,100 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 4,599 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 4,166 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jun 2010 4,058 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2009 3,427 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 3,398 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 2,635 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Feb 2008 2,614 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2007 2,160 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 631 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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PCP 962K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PCP 962K, 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

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What year was PCP 962K registered?

PCP 962K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 14 January 1972.

Is PCP 962K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCP 962K shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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