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PWB 161K

1972 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,484 mi
Last recorded49,484 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWB 161K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 May 2018 49,484 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 49,206 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 48,894 miles

lots of underseal and surface rust.rear tyres poor. lights poor to dynamo

Pass 13 Dec 2014 48,622 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 48,192 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 47,848 miles

lots of underbody wax

Pass 17 Jun 2008 47,646 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 47,233 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

lots of under body sealer..

Pass 31 May 2006 46,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PWB 161K is a 1972 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PWB 161K, 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

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What year was PWB 161K registered?

PWB 161K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 8 June 1972.

Is PWB 161K safe to buy?

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