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FLB 898J

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,462 mi
Last recorded47,462 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLB 898J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2023 47,462 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 47,365 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 47,288 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 47,171 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 46,926 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 45,523 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 45,516 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 44,096 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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FLB 898J is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FLB 898J, 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 FLB 898J?

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What year was FLB 898J registered?

FLB 898J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FLB 898J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLB 898J shows 8 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 FLB 898J have outstanding finance?

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