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PHC 97M

1974 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,559 mi
Last recorded68,559 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHC 97M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2017 68,559 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 68,555 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 68,506 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 68,500 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 68,492 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 66,827 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 64,993 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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PHC 97M is a 1974 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 PHC 97M, 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 52 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 PHC 97M?

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What year was PHC 97M registered?

PHC 97M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is PHC 97M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHC 97M shows 7 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 PHC 97M have outstanding finance?

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