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CAJ 770L

1973 MG Midget

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,798 mi
Last recorded59,798 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAJ 770L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 59,798 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 59,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 59,646 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 59,630 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 59,497 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 59,332 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 59,332 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 59,209 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 59,031 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 58,687 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 58,554 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 58,417 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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CAJ 770L is a 1973 MG Midget in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 CAJ 770L, 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 53 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 CAJ 770L?

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What year was CAJ 770L registered?

CAJ 770L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is CAJ 770L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAJ 770L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAJ 770L have outstanding finance?

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