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JJY 698P

1976 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,706 mi
Last recorded27,706 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJY 698P
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 27,706 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 27,399 miles

OIL LEAKS FROM ENGINE / GEARBOX AREA

Pass 31 Mar 2016 27,114 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 26,849 miles

oil leaks from engine / gearbox area.

Pass 7 Apr 2014 26,495 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 26,242 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 25,856 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 25,384 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 24,994 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 24,197 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 23,330 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 23,330 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 22,675 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 21,841 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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JJY 698P is a 1976 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 53,434 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 JJY 698P, 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 50 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 JJY 698P?

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What year was JJY 698P registered?

JJY 698P is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 1 February 1976.

Is JJY 698P safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJY 698P shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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