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VPH 231M

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,399 mi
Last recorded75,399 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPH 231M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 75,399 miles

Slight movement to offside lower trunnion joint

Pass 28 Aug 2015 75,003 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 74,528 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 73,894 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 73,401 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 72,490 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 7,158 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Aug 2010 7,158 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 70,612 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 69,618 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 68,524 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 67,397 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 67,397 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VPH 231M is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 VPH 231M, 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 55 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 VPH 231M?

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What year was VPH 231M registered?

VPH 231M is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VPH 231M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPH 231M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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