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RCP 170K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,278 mi
Last recorded5,278 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCP 170K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 5,278 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 5,211 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 5,211 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 4,952 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 4,778 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 4,611 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 4,600 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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RCP 170K 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 RCP 170K, 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 RCP 170K?

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What year was RCP 170K registered?

RCP 170K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 11 April 1972.

Is RCP 170K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCP 170K 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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