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JSV 876

1988 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,477 mi
Last recorded13,477 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 MG Midget26,145 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSV 876
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 13,477 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 13,221 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 11,880 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 11,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 11,459 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 11,090 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 10,690 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 9,988 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,248 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,089 miles

offside rear brakes weaker

signs of fluid leaking from mastercylinder area

steering column coupling deteriorating

wishbone bushes deteriorating

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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JSV 876 is a 1988 MG Midget in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 26,145 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 JSV 876, 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 38 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 JSV 876?

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What year was JSV 876 registered?

JSV 876 is a 1988 MG Midget, first registered on 14 July 1988.

Is JSV 876 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSV 876 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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