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PXE 585L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,218 mi
Last recorded20,218 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPXE 585L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 20,218 miles

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive dip (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 20,113 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 20,077 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 19,931 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 19,901 miles

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Mar 2018 19,884 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Apr 2006 6,254 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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PXE 585L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PXE 585L, 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 PXE 585L registered?

PXE 585L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is PXE 585L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PXE 585L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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