MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,745 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
undersealed
handbrake travel
wear in steering rack
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
handbrake travel
wear in steering rack
How Reliable is the MG Midget?
Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JVH 485S is a 1978 MG Midget in Purple with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 JVH 485S, 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 JVH 485S?
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What year was JVH 485S registered?
JVH 485S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 21 June 1978.
Is JVH 485S safe to buy?
The MOT history for JVH 485S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JVH 485S have outstanding finance?
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