£4,480
1973 MG Midget MkIII
United Kingdom • 2 Aug 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This MG Midget MkIII, first registered in April 1973, was restored between 2010 and 2012, including an engine rebuild and numerous new parts. The bodywork was restored in 2009, but the paint finish is not as shiny as it could be.
Condition
7
While the car has been restored and well-maintained, the paint finish is noted as not being as shiny as it could be, indicating a cosmetic imperfection. Additionally, the car has covered 9,000 miles since the engine rebuild, suggesting some use and wear. Some reconditioning may be required.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
GAN5128183G
Chassis No:
Odometer:
91,084 miles
KRM742L
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description Restored 12 years ago including rebuilt engine and only 9,000 miles since; recent new clutch kit and full stainless steel exhaust system; ready to enjoy First registered in April 1973, this MG Midget MkIII comes with a Heritage Certificate confirming that it was built in December 1972.
Notes on file state that it was restored between 2010 and 2012 by a retired motor engineer which included an engine rebuild with new bearings, piston rings, timing chain, reground crank, unleaded head conversion etc.
The MOT history shows that it has only covered around 9,000 miles since, the odometer currently showing 91,084 miles.
It also had a new Moss exchange gearbox; new wiring loom; new fuel tank and twin fuel pumps; brakes, steering and suspension overhaul; new door, windscreen and boot rubbers; new walnut dash; new hood; Cibie spotlights and 5 new Vredestein tyres.
The bodywork had previously been restored in 2009 and although perfectly acceptable, the paint finish is not quite a...
Points of note
£460
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,250
Median Price (Since 2020)
£18,010
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 02 2020
Latest MOT Mileage
87,512 miles
Registration Date
1972-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 22 2019 with 87,512 miles
Passed
On Feb 22 2018 with 86,067 miles
Passed
On Feb 24 2017 with 85,200 miles
Passed
On Feb 29 2016 with 84,571 miles
Passed
On Mar 03 2015 with 83,767 miles
Passed
On Feb 24 2014 with 82,816 miles
Passed
On Mar 01 2013 with 82,492 miles
Passed
On Mar 21 2012 with 81,888 miles
Passed
On Jun 21 2007 with 81,361 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Jun 29 2006 with 80,085 miles
Failed
On Jun 27 2006 with 80,074 miles
There was 1 defect noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Nearside Front Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
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