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JOF 781L

1973 MG Midget

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,303 mi
Last recorded82,303 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOF 781L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 82,303 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 82,197 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 82,138 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 82,128 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking perrished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front signs of anti roll bar linkage rubbing on suspension arm

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2018 82,128 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking perrished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front signs of anti roll bar linkage rubbing on suspension arm

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 82,048 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 82,044 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 81,977 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 81,881 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 81,706 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 81,701 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 81,491 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 81,214 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 80,863 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 80,860 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 80,569 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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JOF 781L is a 1973 MG Midget in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JOF 781L, 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 JOF 781L?

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What year was JOF 781L registered?

JOF 781L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 12 June 1973.

Is JOF 781L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOF 781L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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