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JHF 555J

1971 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,944 mi
Last recorded11,944 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHF 555J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 11,944 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 11,887 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 11,804 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 11,452 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 11,450 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 11,255 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 11,056 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 11,036 miles

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 14 Sep 2016 10,031 miles

various oil leaks under the vehicle

Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,949 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 7,895 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 7,139 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 6,413 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 6,405 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 5,863 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 5,115 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 4,638 miles

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

spare wheel not fully secure

Fail 9 Nov 2009 4,638 miles

spare wheel not fully secure

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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JHF 555J is a 1971 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 JHF 555J, 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 JHF 555J registered?

JHF 555J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 17 March 1971.

Is JHF 555J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHF 555J shows 18 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.

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