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SDX 290

1972 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,529 mi
Last recorded76,529 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDX 290
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 76,529 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 76,529 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 76,269 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 76,217 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 75,929 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 75,789 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 75,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 75,271 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 74,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 24 Apr 2009 74,460 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 73,599 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 72,484 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 71,183 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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SDX 290 is a 1972 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SDX 290, 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 SDX 290?

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What year was SDX 290 registered?

SDX 290 is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 7 March 1972.

Is SDX 290 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDX 290 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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