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GWP 671J

1971 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

20,147 mi
Last recorded20,147 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWP 671J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 20,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 18,766 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 17,901 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 17,252 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 17,252 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel pipe leaking Rigid pipe connecting to fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Misting of oil around engine

Misting of oil around gearbox

Pass 16 May 2018 17,056 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 16,820 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 16,568 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 16,093 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 15,759 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 15,460 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 15,460 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 15,147 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,796 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,248 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 13,635 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 13,602 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 May 2008 12,885 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 12,156 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 11,649 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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GWP 671J is a 1971 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GWP 671J, 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

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What year was GWP 671J registered?

GWP 671J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 21 June 1971.

Is GWP 671J safe to buy?

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