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XDH 317L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,841 mi
Last recorded14,841 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDH 317L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2016 14,841 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 14,814 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 14,701 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 14,677 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2012 14,557 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 14,113 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,801 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 13,077 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 12,825 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 12,590 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 12,553 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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XDH 317L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,298cc 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 XDH 317L, 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 XDH 317L?

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What year was XDH 317L registered?

XDH 317L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 11 August 1972.

Is XDH 317L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDH 317L 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 XDH 317L have outstanding finance?

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