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GJN 600L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,636 mi
Last recorded2,636 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJN 600L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 2,636 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 2,245 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 1,782 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 1,782 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 28 May 2021 1,136 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 99,668 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 98,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight brake bind on offside front

Fail 27 Mar 2017 98,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight brake bind on offside front

Pass 23 May 2016 96,699 miles

o/s/f + n/s/r brake grabbing slightly

Pass 27 May 2015 96,546 miles

o/s/f brake grabbing slightly

Fail 15 May 2015 96,528 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f brake grabbing slightly

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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GJN 600L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 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 GJN 600L, 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 54 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 GJN 600L?

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What year was GJN 600L registered?

GJN 600L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is GJN 600L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJN 600L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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