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RPU 697K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,570 mi
Last recorded90,570 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPU 697K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2019 90,570 miles

Corrosion to nearside door pillar

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 90,568 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

corrosion to nearside door pillar

Pass 8 Sep 2017 90,566 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to nearside door pillar

Pass 7 Sep 2016 90,547 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 80,331 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight play in both track rod ends

Pass 17 Dec 2013 89,688 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 88,754 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 88,435 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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RPU 697K is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 RPU 697K, 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 RPU 697K?

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What year was RPU 697K registered?

RPU 697K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 14 January 1972.

Is RPU 697K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPU 697K shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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