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SAR 680M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,341 mi
Last recorded89,341 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAR 680M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 89,341 miles

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

Underside has general age related corrosion or covered with underseal

Fail 28 Jun 2022 89,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Underside has general age related corrosion or covered with underseal

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Water (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 68,991 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside in various areas (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Underside in various areas (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 68,989 miles

Vehicle has had welding done in past to floor & floor to sill

Pass 4 Jul 2013 68,936 miles

Underside of vehicle has had extensive amounts of welding repairs done

Underside of vehicle is covered with underseal

Pass 22 May 2008 68,805 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 68,788 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 68,710 miles

slight play in o/s steering rack

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SAR 680M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 SAR 680M, 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 53 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 SAR 680M registered?

SAR 680M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is SAR 680M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAR 680M shows 8 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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