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JCS 897N

1975 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,938 mi
Last recorded74,938 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Midget53,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCS 897N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2017 74,938 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 74,909 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 74,890 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 74,835 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 74,831 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 74,792 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 74,782 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 74,699 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 74,395 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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JCS 897N is a 1975 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,422 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 JCS 897N, 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 51 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 JCS 897N?

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What year was JCS 897N registered?

JCS 897N is a 1975 MG Midget, first registered on 16 June 1975.

Is JCS 897N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCS 897N shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JCS 897N have outstanding finance?

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