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KWC 559J

1970 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,194 mi
Last recorded68,194 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWC 559J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 68,194 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 68,078 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 68,078 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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KWC 559J is a 1970 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 KWC 559J, 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 56 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KWC 559J registered?

KWC 559J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 23 September 1970.

Is KWC 559J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWC 559J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KWC 559J have outstanding finance?

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