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REF 914L

1973 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

18,896 mi
Last recorded18,896 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREF 914L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2022 18,896 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2021 18,440 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 18,123 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 18,118 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 18,112 miles

Fuel pipe leaking at pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 16,272 miles

all over body corrosion

oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2016 14,805 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front floor pan soft

Nearside Front sill corroded

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Front floor pan soft

Offside Rear sill corroded

oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2015 13,561 miles

Front wipers smearing screen

Lower large oil leak under vehicle

Pass 13 Aug 2014 12,521 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 10,816 miles

hole off side front floor

hole off side inner sill

Pass 19 Aug 2011 10,377 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2011 10,368 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2010 7,952 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Aug 2010 7,952 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2009 6,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 5,384 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 5,384 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 4,794 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 4,794 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 3,724 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 3,724 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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REF 914L is a 1973 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 REF 914L, 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 REF 914L registered?

REF 914L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 21 June 1973.

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