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HJX 944S

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,128 mi
Last recorded73,128 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJX 944S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 73,128 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 72,929 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 70,784 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 69,841 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 69,011 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2014 67,817 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 67,581 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 67,361 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 66,968 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 66,954 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 66,954 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 66,947 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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HJX 944S is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 HJX 944S, 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 HJX 944S?

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What year was HJX 944S registered?

HJX 944S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is HJX 944S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJX 944S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJX 944S have outstanding finance?

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