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CTE 257J

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,718 mi
Last recorded5,718 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTE 257J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 5,718 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 5,713 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 5,670 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 5,388 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 5,374 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,305 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 4,872 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2006 4,872 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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CTE 257J is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CTE 257J, 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 CTE 257J?

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What year was CTE 257J registered?

CTE 257J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 6 February 1971.

Is CTE 257J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTE 257J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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