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BDM 800J

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,700 mi
Last recorded36,700 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDM 800J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2018 36,700 miles

Front wiper blades smearing.

Hand brake has little reserve travel.

Pass 21 Jun 2017 36,700 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 36,699 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,509 miles

All tyres slightly cracked and perrished

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 May 2014 36,500 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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BDM 800J is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BDM 800J, 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 BDM 800J?

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What year was BDM 800J registered?

BDM 800J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 7 August 1970.

Is BDM 800J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDM 800J shows 5 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 BDM 800J have outstanding finance?

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