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BXI 20

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,538 mi
Last recorded7,538 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2014
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBXI 20
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2014 7,538 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 7,024 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 6,704 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 5,878 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 4,800 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 4,510 miles

Both king pins have slight play.

Front exhaust clamp has slight damage which has made it loose.

N/side rear hub has a slight oil leak.

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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BXI 20 is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BXI 20, 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 BXI 20?

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What year was BXI 20 registered?

BXI 20 is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is BXI 20 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BXI 20 shows 6 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 BXI 20 have outstanding finance?

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