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HRL 102L

1973 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,058 mi
Last recorded78,058 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRL 102L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 78,058 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Apr 2013 78,058 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2012 77,952 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 77,725 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 77,579 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 77,397 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 77,368 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 77,251 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 77,092 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 76,819 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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HRL 102L is a 1973 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HRL 102L, 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 HRL 102L?

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What year was HRL 102L registered?

HRL 102L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 6 February 1973.

Is HRL 102L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRL 102L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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