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PHJ 297K

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,632 mi
Last recorded3,632 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 297K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 3,632 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 2,728 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 1,484 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 1,214 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 324 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 99,488 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 98,382 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 97,080 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 95,975 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 94,917 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 93,925 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 93,409 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 92,353 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 320 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 99,834 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Fail 28 May 2009 99,834 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 99,619 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 99,513 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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PHJ 297K is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PHJ 297K, 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 PHJ 297K registered?

PHJ 297K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 26 April 1972.

Is PHJ 297K safe to buy?

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