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HWW 731J

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,000 mi
Last recorded13,000 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWW 731J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 13,000 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 12,881 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 12,747 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 12,747 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 12,656 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 12,372 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 12,134 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 11,914 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 11,674 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 16 May 2017 11,248 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 May 2016 10,346 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 9,877 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 9,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 9,491 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,269 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 9,139 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 9,139 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 8,919 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 8,919 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 May 2010 8,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 8,827 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 8,703 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 8,281 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 7,485 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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HWW 731J is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HWW 731J, 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 HWW 731J?

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What year was HWW 731J registered?

HWW 731J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 23 February 1971.

Is HWW 731J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWW 731J shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWW 731J have outstanding finance?

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