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VRB 166K

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,826 mi
Last recorded2,826 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRB 166K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 2,826 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 2,820 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 2,522 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 2,020 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 1,948 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 1,598 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 1,311 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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VRB 166K is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VRB 166K, 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 VRB 166K?

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What year was VRB 166K registered?

VRB 166K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is VRB 166K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRB 166K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRB 166K have outstanding finance?

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