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SMK 616K

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,717 mi
Last recorded49,717 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2006
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMK 616K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2006 49,717 miles

slight oil leaks,o/s/f & o/s/r tyre worn close to limits on inner edges,front & rear suspension bushes perished.

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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SMK 616K is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SMK 616K, 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

How do I check the history of SMK 616K?

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What year was SMK 616K registered?

SMK 616K is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is SMK 616K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMK 616K 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 SMK 616K have outstanding finance?

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