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HKP 461L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,628 mi
Last recorded23,628 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKP 461L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2013 23,628 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 23,582 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 23,526 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 23,343 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,304 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,083 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 22,952 miles

Axle oil evident on outer edge of nearside rearbrake backplate.

Pass 19 Apr 2006 22,368 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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HKP 461L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HKP 461L, 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

How do I check the history of HKP 461L?

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What year was HKP 461L registered?

HKP 461L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 13 March 1973.

Is HKP 461L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKP 461L shows 8 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 HKP 461L have outstanding finance?

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