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RLE 777L

1973 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,267 mi
Last recorded30,267 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLE 777L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 30,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 8 May 2017 30,325 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 30,158 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 30,010 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 29,003 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 28,509 miles

exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated at centre rear/

Fail 4 Feb 2013 28,507 miles

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

exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated at centre rear/

Pass 14 Feb 2012 27,798 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 26,200 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 25,520 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 25,502 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 24,562 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 24,560 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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RLE 777L is a 1973 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RLE 777L, 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 RLE 777L?

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What year was RLE 777L registered?

RLE 777L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 2 May 1973.

Is RLE 777L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLE 777L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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