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JPN 736L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,032 mi
Last recorded4,032 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPN 736L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2018 4,032 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 3,923 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 3,706 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 3,395 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 2,947 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 2,601 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 May 2008 2,192 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 May 2007 1,655 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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JPN 736L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JPN 736L, 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 JPN 736L?

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What year was JPN 736L registered?

JPN 736L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 11 June 1973.

Is JPN 736L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPN 736L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JPN 736L have outstanding finance?

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