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PUL 86L

1972 MG Midget

Red Diesel 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,105 mi
Last recorded57,105 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUL 86L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 57,105 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 53,437 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 50,068 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 44,726 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 44,523 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 37,973 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 28,864 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 21,058 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 21,030 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 14,388 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 14,352 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 5,952 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 99,854 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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PUL 86L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 PUL 86L, 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 PUL 86L?

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What year was PUL 86L registered?

PUL 86L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 5 November 1972.

Is PUL 86L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUL 86L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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