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RBH 489L

1973 MG Midget

Bronze Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,254 mi
Last recorded51,254 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBH 489L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2019 51,254 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 51,254 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 51,302 miles

come on a trailer

Pass 24 Sep 2017 51,301 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 51,209 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 51,059 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 51,086 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 51,063 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 51,056 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 51,046 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 51,046 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 51,036 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 51,030 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 51,030 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 51,025 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 51,025 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 51,020 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 50,844 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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RBH 489L is a 1973 MG Midget in Bronze with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RBH 489L, 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

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What year was RBH 489L registered?

RBH 489L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 2 February 1973.

Is RBH 489L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBH 489L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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