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POJ 245M

1973 MG Miget

Red Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,764 mi
Last recorded21,764 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Miget20,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOJ 245M
MakeMG
ModelMiget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2017 21,764 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill and wheel arch area near leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded behind rear bumper/inner body panel within 30cm of o/s/r leaf spring rear mount (2.4.A.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 21,158 miles

Underbody getting quite corroded around front wishbone mountings

rubber mountings are all getting quite deteriorated no excessive play

Pass 23 Aug 2014 21,138 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,932 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 20,926 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 20,915 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 20,915 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 20,718 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,717 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 20,717 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 20,268 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 20,268 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 19,266 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 19,266 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 17,985 miles

How Reliable is the MG Miget?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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POJ 245M is a 1973 MG Miget in Red with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 MG Miget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 20,920 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 Miget fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying POJ 245M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Miget typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this MG Miget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was POJ 245M registered?

POJ 245M is a 1973 MG Miget, first registered on 1 November 1973.

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