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GJI 8601

1978 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,512 mi
Last recorded30,512 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJI 8601
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 30,512 miles

all suspention componants corroded

brake pipes corroded

corrotion all over vehicle

engine and gearbox oil leaks

roof ripped

Fail 11 Jun 2013 30,512 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all suspention corroded

brake pipes corroded

corrotion all over vehicle

engine and gearbox oil leaks

roof ripped

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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GJI 8601 is a 1978 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 GJI 8601, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GJI 8601?

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What year was GJI 8601 registered?

GJI 8601 is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 16 September 1978.

Is GJI 8601 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJI 8601 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJI 8601 have outstanding finance?

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