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MOJ 140P

1976 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,153 mi
Last recorded95,153 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOJ 140P
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 95,153 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 95,097 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 95,082 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 95,050 miles

exhaust rubbers beginning to split

Pass 23 Jul 2010 95,028 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 94,947 miles

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Pass 26 Jul 2008 94,893 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 94,815 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 94,815 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Torsion bar adjustment assembly inadequately locked (2.4.E.3)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2005 94,813 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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MOJ 140P is a 1976 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 53,434 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 MOJ 140P, 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 50 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 MOJ 140P?

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What year was MOJ 140P registered?

MOJ 140P is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 15 May 1976.

Is MOJ 140P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOJ 140P shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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