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JTU 156L

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,404 mi
Last recorded93,404 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTU 156L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 93,404 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 92,916 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 92,916 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam and offside (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 92,326 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 92,016 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 91,720 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2013 91,720 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2012 91,289 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2012 91,289 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 6 May 2011 91,279 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 91,279 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 91,065 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 90,670 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 90,353 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 90,214 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 89,578 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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JTU 156L is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JTU 156L, 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 JTU 156L?

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What year was JTU 156L registered?

JTU 156L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is JTU 156L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTU 156L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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