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PJS 222L

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,431 mi
Last recorded39,431 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJS 222L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 39,431 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 38,221 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 36,728 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 36,388 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 36,045 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 35,683 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 35,382 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 34,928 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 34,487 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,303 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,231 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 34,166 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2009 34,059 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 33,734 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 33,690 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 33,306 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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PJS 222L is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PJS 222L, 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 PJS 222L?

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What year was PJS 222L registered?

PJS 222L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is PJS 222L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJS 222L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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