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OHJ 818M

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,574 mi
Last recorded42,574 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHJ 818M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 42,574 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 42,535 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 42,484 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 42,402 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 42,327 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 42,269 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 42,188 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 42,068 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 41,823 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 41,823 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 41,750 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,655 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 41,582 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 41,533 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 41,439 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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OHJ 818M is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OHJ 818M, 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 OHJ 818M?

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What year was OHJ 818M registered?

OHJ 818M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is OHJ 818M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHJ 818M shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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