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OAD 400M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,068 mi
Last recorded20,068 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAD 400M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 20,068 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 19,974 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 19,833 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 19,700 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 19,325 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 18,975 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 18,729 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 17,624 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 17,624 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 17,158 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 16,648 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 16,030 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 15,347 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 15,021 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 14,668 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 14,453 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 14,130 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 13,643 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 12,848 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 12,342 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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OAD 400M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OAD 400M, 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 OAD 400M?

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What year was OAD 400M registered?

OAD 400M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 3 October 1973.

Is OAD 400M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAD 400M shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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