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POW 167M

1974 MG Midget

Brown Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,286 mi
Last recorded16,286 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOW 167M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 16,286 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 16,286 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2017 16,195 miles

Oil leak ()

Under neath protected by under seal obscuring some testing components

Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,114 miles

front body corroded

Pass 29 May 2015 16,113 miles

front body corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2014 15,933 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 15,900 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 15,712 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 13,412 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Floor pan showing signs of pop-riveting

Front crossmember distorted

Front valance corroded

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2008 13,236 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 12,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

corrosion in front under bumper panal , advise attension....

oil leaks....

Pass 14 Nov 2007 12,977 miles

corrosion in front under bumper panal , advise attension....

oil leaks....

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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POW 167M is a 1974 MG Midget in Brown with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 POW 167M, 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 52 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 POW 167M registered?

POW 167M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 13 March 1974.

Is POW 167M safe to buy?

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