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SDH 893M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,144 mi
Last recorded67,144 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDH 893M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 67,144 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 66,502 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 66,502 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 66,346 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 66,313 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 65,797 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 65,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SDH 893M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SDH 893M, 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 SDH 893M?

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What year was SDH 893M registered?

SDH 893M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 20 March 1974.

Is SDH 893M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDH 893M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDH 893M have outstanding finance?

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