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SLJ 896H

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164 mi
Last recorded164 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLJ 896H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 164 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 112 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jul 2012 103 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

handbrake pivot retaining bolts not long enough for nylock nuts

seat retaining bolts not long enough for nylock nuts

slight play in wheel/hub splines

Pass 30 Apr 2010 10 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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SLJ 896H is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 SLJ 896H, 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 56 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 SLJ 896H?

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What year was SLJ 896H registered?

SLJ 896H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 24 February 1970.

Is SLJ 896H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLJ 896H shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLJ 896H have outstanding finance?

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