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CFD 574J

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,069 mi
Last recorded32,069 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2020
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFD 574J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2020 32,069 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2020 32,069 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake low reading.

Pass 11 Aug 2017 31,976 miles

Body has slight corrosion both rear wings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 31,890 miles

n/s and o/s rear shackle bushes worn

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 10 Sep 2014 31,368 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 31,368 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 30,061 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 29,595 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 29,403 miles

Both top and bottom trunions slight play

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 19 May 2010 2,895 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 28,104 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,104 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 25,340 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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CFD 574J is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CFD 574J, 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 CFD 574J registered?

CFD 574J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is CFD 574J safe to buy?

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