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WPT 548L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,581 mi
Last recorded83,581 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPT 548L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 83,581 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2019 83,581 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 82,432 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 80,508 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 78,974 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 78,972 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 78,713 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 76,403 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 76,393 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 76,356 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 76,322 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 76,322 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 75,924 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 75,918 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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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WPT 548L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WPT 548L, 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

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What year was WPT 548L registered?

WPT 548L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is WPT 548L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPT 548L shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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