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XJO 780K

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,600 mi
Last recorded2,600 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJO 780K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2022 2,600 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 1,739 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 1,462 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 1,241 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 1,084 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 490 miles

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

all tyres aged

Pass 28 May 2014

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2006 92,341 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 92,189 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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XJO 780K is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 XJO 780K, 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 55 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 XJO 780K?

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What year was XJO 780K registered?

XJO 780K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XJO 780K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJO 780K shows 9 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 XJO 780K have outstanding finance?

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