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VJP 709S

1978 MG Midget

Purple Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,327 mi
Last recorded92,327 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJP 709S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 92,327 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 92,203 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 92,190 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 92,174 miles

bonnet not fitted at time of test

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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VJP 709S is a 1978 MG Midget in Purple with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 VJP 709S, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VJP 709S?

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What year was VJP 709S registered?

VJP 709S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 24 February 1978.

Is VJP 709S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJP 709S 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.

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