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JWO 240L

1973 MG Midget

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,612 mi
Last recorded2,612 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWO 240L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 2,612 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 2,612 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 2,587 miles

slight lift lower trunions

Pass 4 Oct 2017 2,554 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 2,470 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 2,464 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 2,347 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 2,190 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 2,162 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 2,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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JWO 240L is a 1973 MG Midget in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JWO 240L, 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 JWO 240L?

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What year was JWO 240L registered?

JWO 240L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 16 May 1973.

Is JWO 240L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWO 240L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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