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SAB 386L

1972 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,359 mi
Last recorded3,359 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2020
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAB 386L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2020 3,359 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings have slightplay (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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SAB 386L is a 1972 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 SAB 386L, 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 SAB 386L?

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What year was SAB 386L registered?

SAB 386L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 12 May 1972.

Is SAB 386L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAB 386L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAB 386L have outstanding finance?

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