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SPC 90L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

20,473 mi
Last recorded20,473 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPC 90L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 20,473 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 20,467 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 20,392 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 20,386 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 20,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 20,224 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 20,217 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Inner Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 20,150 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 20,028 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 19,089 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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SPC 90L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 SPC 90L, 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 SPC 90L?

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What year was SPC 90L registered?

SPC 90L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is SPC 90L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPC 90L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPC 90L have outstanding finance?

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