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PNU 474K

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

4,362 mi
Last recorded4,362 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNU 474K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 4,362 miles

underside of vehicle cover in underseal

Pass 12 May 2017 4,153 miles

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 8 May 2017 4,153 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 30 Jun 2014 3,546 miles

underside off vehicle has had welding repairs and cover in underseal

Pass 5 Feb 2013 2,806 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 2,722 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 2,722 miles

Lower Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 2,694 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 2,042 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 1,383 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 861 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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PNU 474K is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 PNU 474K, 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 55 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 PNU 474K?

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What year was PNU 474K registered?

PNU 474K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 2 August 1971.

Is PNU 474K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNU 474K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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