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JCX 197S

1978 MG Midget

Maroon Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,287 mi
Last recorded79,287 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCX 197S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2018 79,287 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 79,221 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 79,122 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 78,989 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 78,818 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 78,692 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 78,566 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 78,346 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 77,853 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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JCX 197S is a 1978 MG Midget in Maroon with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JCX 197S, 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 JCX 197S?

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What year was JCX 197S registered?

JCX 197S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is JCX 197S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCX 197S 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 JCX 197S have outstanding finance?

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