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HRT 702J

1971 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

3,615 mi
Last recorded3,615 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRT 702J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 3,615 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 3,559 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 3,502 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 3,418 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,247 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 3,140 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 3,140 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 2,985 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2011 2,985 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 2,783 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 2,574 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 2,574 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 2,276 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 1,803 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 1,803 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 1,313 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 1,313 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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HRT 702J is a 1971 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 HRT 702J, 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 HRT 702J registered?

HRT 702J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 18 June 1971.

Is HRT 702J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRT 702J shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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