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WVW 254L

1972 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,708 mi
Last recorded31,708 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVW 254L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2017 31,708 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 31,104 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 30,851 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,608 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 29,937 miles

Offside Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 29,885 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,452 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,876 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 28,113 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 27,206 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007

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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WVW 254L is a 1972 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WVW 254L, 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 WVW 254L?

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What year was WVW 254L registered?

WVW 254L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 3 November 1972.

Is WVW 254L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVW 254L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVW 254L have outstanding finance?

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