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EBJ 187J

1970 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,817 mi
Last recorded73,817 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBJ 187J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2018 73,817 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 73,606 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 73,503 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 72,637 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 72,399 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 72,335 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 72,282 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 72,168 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 72,141 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 72,137 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 71,933 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 71,767 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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EBJ 187J is a 1970 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EBJ 187J, 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 EBJ 187J?

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What year was EBJ 187J registered?

EBJ 187J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 14 August 1970.

Is EBJ 187J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBJ 187J shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EBJ 187J have outstanding finance?

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