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CLO 587H

1970 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

92,716 mi
Last recorded92,716 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLO 587H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 92,716 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 92,550 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 92,319 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 92,101 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 91,726 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 91,273 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 91,039 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 90,509 miles

Offside Rear hub damp

Pass 30 Jul 2016 90,450 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 90,399 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 90,292 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 90,200 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 90,079 miles

oil leak o/s rear

Fail 3 May 2012 90,079 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil leak o/s rear

Pass 16 May 2011 89,949 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 89,804 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 89,634 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 89,385 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 89,111 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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CLO 587H is a 1970 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 CLO 587H, 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 CLO 587H?

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What year was CLO 587H registered?

CLO 587H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is CLO 587H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLO 587H shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLO 587H have outstanding finance?

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