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JHA 186L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,997 mi
Last recorded15,997 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHA 186L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 15,997 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 14,605 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,216 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 13,211 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 12,615 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 12,190 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 11,548 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 9,803 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 8,395 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 7,109 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 5,478 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 4,055 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 2,503 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 1,975 miles

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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JHA 186L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JHA 186L, 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 JHA 186L?

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What year was JHA 186L registered?

JHA 186L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is JHA 186L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHA 186L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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