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DLU 894J

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

59,284 mi
Last recorded59,284 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLU 894J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 59,284 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 59,284 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 58,773 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Aug 2009 58,604 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 15 Aug 2009 58,604 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 58,583 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 58,583 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 58,550 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 58,380 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 58,380 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 22 Dec 2005 58,380 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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DLU 894J is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 DLU 894J, 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 DLU 894J registered?

DLU 894J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 2 July 1971.

Is DLU 894J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLU 894J shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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