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DUE 538K

1971 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,272 mi
Last recorded39,272 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUE 538K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 39,272 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 39,052 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 38,892 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 38,659 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 38,122 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 38,122 miles

Fuel system component leaking Pump area (7.2.3)

Horn not working Intermittent (1.6.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 38,025 miles

possible start of leakage from cylinder n/s rear

Pass 8 Aug 2015 37,831 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 37,320 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 36,703 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 36,276 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 36,066 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 35,472 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 35,506 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 34,568 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 34,227 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 33,789 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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DUE 538K is a 1971 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DUE 538K, 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 DUE 538K?

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What year was DUE 538K registered?

DUE 538K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 9 August 1971.

Is DUE 538K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUE 538K shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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