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AKJ 543K

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

2,773 mi
Last recorded2,773 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKJ 543K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 2,773 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened trunion some play evident (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened leaf spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened trunion some play evident (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened leaf spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2024 2,770 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened trunion some play evident (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear leaf spring showing corrosion

Offside Front Lower Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened trunion some play evident (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear leaf spring showing corrosion

Pass 7 Apr 2023 2,712 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Apr 2023 2,711 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam king pin lower to wishbone (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 2,484 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front bobbin on rear silencer detached (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 2,078 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 2,078 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 1,727 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 1,260 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 856 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 390 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 99,920 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 99,453 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 98,913 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 98,204 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 97,127 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 95,878 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 94,818 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 93,898 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 92,891 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 91,457 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 90,148 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 90,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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AKJ 543K is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AKJ 543K, 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

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AKJ 543K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 3 August 1971.

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