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JMA 779L

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,101 mi
Last recorded75,101 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMA 779L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 75,101 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 75,094 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 75,048 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 75,009 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 75,004 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 74,995 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 74,951 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 74,942 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 74,864 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 74,800 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 74,717 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 74,621 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 74,569 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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JMA 779L is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 JMA 779L, 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 JMA 779L?

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What year was JMA 779L registered?

JMA 779L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is JMA 779L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMA 779L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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