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LSJ 975

1984 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

4,064 mi
Last recorded4,064 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1984 MG Midget30,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSJ 975
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 4,064 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 3,704 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 3,519 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 3,347 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 3,258 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 3,125 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 3,125 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 2,249 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 1,626 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 1,526 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 475 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 23 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 10,960 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,097 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 8,511 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 7,857 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 7,536 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 7,536 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 7,144 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 7,144 miles

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 7,047 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,794 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 6,794 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

oil leak

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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LSJ 975 is a 1984 MG Midget in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1984 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 30,670 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 LSJ 975, 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 42 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 LSJ 975?

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What year was LSJ 975 registered?

LSJ 975 is a 1984 MG Midget, first registered on 10 May 1984.

Is LSJ 975 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSJ 975 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LSJ 975 have outstanding finance?

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