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HWJ 903J

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,022 mi
Last recorded27,022 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWJ 903J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 27,022 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 26,750 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 26,750 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 26,411 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 26,096 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 25,815 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 25,401 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 24,754 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 24,299 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 24,299 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2009 23,853 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 23,036 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 23,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 22,267 miles

has slight play in front bottom king pins

wipers in poor condition

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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HWJ 903J is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 HWJ 903J, 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 HWJ 903J?

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What year was HWJ 903J registered?

HWJ 903J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 19 February 1971.

Is HWJ 903J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWJ 903J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWJ 903J have outstanding finance?

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