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XRB 339L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

16,372 mi
Last recorded16,372 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRB 339L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 16,372 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 16,369 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at manifold to down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2015 16,299 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 16,297 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 15,887 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 19,718 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 15,556 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 15,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 15,151 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 14,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 14,301 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 12,808 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 12,350 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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XRB 339L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XRB 339L, 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 XRB 339L registered?

XRB 339L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 6 September 1972.

Is XRB 339L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRB 339L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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