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PWR 229K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,882 mi
Last recorded2,882 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWR 229K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 2,882 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 2,334 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 2,334 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 2,237 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 627 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 9,960 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 9,027 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 7,970 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 7,970 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 6,818 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 6,758 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 6,757 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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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PWR 229K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PWR 229K, 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 PWR 229K registered?

PWR 229K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 25 April 1972.

Is PWR 229K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWR 229K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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