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HBC 439L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

13,057 mi
Last recorded13,057 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBC 439L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 13,057 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 12,780 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 12,778 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Fuel pipe leaking fuel pipe from fuel pump (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2015 12,508 miles

front bottom arms rusty

Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,838 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 11,838 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 11,006 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 11,005 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 May 2009 10,652 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 10,647 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 10,192 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 9,525 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 8,872 miles

Advice chrome outer sill covers fitted

advice osf metal brake hosefitment poor/tight bend..

advice slight lift/play in nsf king pin

Fail 2 Dec 2005 8,872 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Brake back plate(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Advice chrome outer sill covers fitted

Advice osf metal brake hose fitment poor/tight bend,.

Advice slight lift/play in nsf king pin

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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HBC 439L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 HBC 439L, 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 53 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 HBC 439L registered?

HBC 439L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is HBC 439L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBC 439L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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