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JPX 178J

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,006 mi
Last recorded48,006 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPX 178J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 48,006 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 47,999 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 46,901 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 46,568 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 46,353 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 45,807 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 45,581 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 16 May 2011 45,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 May 2010 44,774 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 43,389 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 41,674 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 40,901 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 39,392 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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JPX 178J is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 JPX 178J, 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 56 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 JPX 178J registered?

JPX 178J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is JPX 178J safe to buy?

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