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KJH 796L

1977 MG Midget

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJH 796L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023
Pass 5 Jul 2022
Pass 9 Jun 2021 60,344 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 59,837 miles

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 59,149 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 58,785 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 57,837 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 57,256 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 57,239 miles

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 56,932 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 56,917 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2014 54,489 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 54,489 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 52,718 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 50,865 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 48,703 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 47,526 miles

front reg. plate may not meet requirements at next annual test

Pass 19 May 2007 46,510 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 46,190 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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KJH 796L is a 1977 MG Midget in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 KJH 796L, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJH 796L registered?

KJH 796L is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 3 June 1977.

Is KJH 796L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJH 796L shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJH 796L have outstanding finance?

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