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SHK 920M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,651 mi
Last recorded14,651 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHK 920M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 14,651 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 14,450 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 14,353 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2019 14,353 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 14,097 miles

Nearside reverse light inoperative

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

Fail 31 Aug 2018 14,097 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside reverse light inoperative

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 13,875 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 13,651 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 13,318 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 13,051 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 12,801 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 12,801 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 12,352 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,035 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,373 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,545 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 9,923 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,059 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 7,875 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 6,396 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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SHK 920M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 SHK 920M, 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 52 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 SHK 920M registered?

SHK 920M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is SHK 920M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHK 920M shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHK 920M have outstanding finance?

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