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OBP 805M

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,489 mi
Last recorded55,489 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBP 805M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 55,489 miles

Nearside Front corrosion in floor pan.

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 May 2016 55,158 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 55,157 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 55,157 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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OBP 805M is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OBP 805M, 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 OBP 805M?

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What year was OBP 805M registered?

OBP 805M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 December 1973.

Is OBP 805M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBP 805M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBP 805M have outstanding finance?

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