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JJI 1785

1977 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,428 mi
Last recorded1,428 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJI 1785
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 1,428 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 1,428 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 1,368 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 1,226 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 1,223 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 1,221 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 652 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 650 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 357 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 1 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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JJI 1785 is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JJI 1785, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JJI 1785?

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What year was JJI 1785 registered?

JJI 1785 is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 4 March 1977.

Is JJI 1785 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJI 1785 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JJI 1785 have outstanding finance?

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