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JRN 195S

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,277 mi
Last recorded90,277 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRN 195S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 90,277 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 90,250 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 90,209 miles

this vehicle has had restoration work and painted with underseal

Pass 15 Apr 2014 90,071 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 90,042 miles

slight oil leak off side half shaft

Pass 12 Apr 2012 90,004 miles

vehicle has been restored and undersealed ltd inspection

Pass 18 Apr 2011 89,958 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside front flexi hosae has retainer clip missing

Pass 10 May 2010 89,909 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 26 Apr 2010 89,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Coolant leak

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2008 89,819 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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JRN 195S is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 JRN 195S, 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 48 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 JRN 195S?

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What year was JRN 195S registered?

JRN 195S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is JRN 195S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRN 195S 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.

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