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DFD 981K

1971 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

97,946 mi
Last recorded97,946 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFD 981K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 97,946 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 97,925 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 97,914 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 97,864 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 97,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 97,856 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 97,848 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 97,839 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 97,815 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 97,708 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 97,533 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 97,168 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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DFD 981K is a 1971 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DFD 981K, 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 DFD 981K?

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What year was DFD 981K registered?

DFD 981K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is DFD 981K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFD 981K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFD 981K have outstanding finance?

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