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JHU 394L

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,454 mi
Last recorded60,454 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHU 394L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 60,454 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2014 60,454 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2012

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

The underside of this vehicle has been extensively welded & undersealed making a thorough inspection very difficult

front of car rusty

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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JHU 394L is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JHU 394L, 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 54 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 JHU 394L?

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What year was JHU 394L registered?

JHU 394L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 4 October 1972.

Is JHU 394L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHU 394L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JHU 394L have outstanding finance?

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