1973 MG Midget Petrol · AFR 450L

The 1973 MG Midget presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 16 March 2026 at 99,763 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from 5 December 2024 at 97,511 miles. Two consecutive MOTs without advisories or failures indicate the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that satisfies current test requirements. Recorded mileage sits at 99,763 against an age of roughly 53 years, an average of about 1,882 miles per year. The gap between the December 2024 test at 97,511 miles and the March 2026 test at 99,763 miles shows only 2,252 miles added over fifteen months. Such low annual use over the car's life suggests extended periods of storage or light recreational driving rather than daily use, though the sparse two-entry history limits insight into earlier care. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person for age-related issues not captured by a pass with no defects. Classic 1970s roadsters of this type are prone to chassis rail corrosion, suspension bush degradation, and perished rubber components from long standing periods. The MOT record does not flag these, but the tester's brief may not probe structural integrity as deeply as a dedicated inspection would. Check brake discs and calipers for binding or seizure after storage, and verify coil springs and steering joints for fatigue. Examine the exhaust for internal rot and confirm emissions remain within limits for the era. The clean MOT trend is reassuring, yet low-mileage classics demand hands-on assessment beyond the official record.