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MFM 170P

1975 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,926 mi
Last recorded86,926 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 1975 MG Midget53,422 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFM 170P
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 86,926 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2014 85,980 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

advise condition of rear exhsaust mount.

Fail 14 Nov 2014 85,980 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

advise condition of rear exhsaust mount.

Pass 15 May 2008 85,752 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 85,585 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 65,400 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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MFM 170P is a 1975 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1975 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,422 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 MFM 170P, 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 51 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 MFM 170P?

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What year was MFM 170P registered?

MFM 170P is a 1975 MG Midget, first registered on 29 August 1975.

Is MFM 170P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFM 170P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MFM 170P have outstanding finance?

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