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BWD 47J

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,310 mi
Last recorded65,310 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWD 47J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2016 65,310 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 64,842 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 64,638 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 64,434 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 64,064 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 63,803 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 63,585 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 63,536 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 63,289 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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BWD 47J 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 BWD 47J, 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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What year was BWD 47J registered?

BWD 47J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is BWD 47J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWD 47J 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.

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