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PPE 780L

1973 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,518 mi
Last recorded22,518 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPE 780L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 22,518 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 22,082 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 21,535 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 20,672 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 19,611 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 17,693 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 14,690 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 14,678 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 14,202 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 14,041 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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PPE 780L is a 1973 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PPE 780L, 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 PPE 780L?

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What year was PPE 780L registered?

PPE 780L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 23 February 1973.

Is PPE 780L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPE 780L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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