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GPC 268J

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,224 mi
Last recorded31,224 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPC 268J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2022 31,224 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 30,147 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 29,362 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 27,184 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 24,996 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 22,894 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,399 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 18,241 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 15,786 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 14,491 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 13,655 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 12,032 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 10,959 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 9,777 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 8,444 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,245 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 5,765 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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GPC 268J is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GPC 268J, 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 GPC 268J?

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What year was GPC 268J registered?

GPC 268J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 8 July 1971.

Is GPC 268J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPC 268J shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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