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NPU 575J

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,713 mi
Last recorded6,713 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPU 575J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 6,713 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 6,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2021 5,594 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 5,594 miles

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength side valance beside rear spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor not welded properly (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 4,747 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 4,656 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 4,566 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 4,522 miles

water pump leaking

Pass 14 Aug 2014 4,459 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 4,401 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,363 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 4,317 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 4,276 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 4,220 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2009 4,220 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 4,176 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 4,099 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,019 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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NPU 575J is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 NPU 575J, 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 55 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NPU 575J?

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What year was NPU 575J registered?

NPU 575J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 28 May 1971.

Is NPU 575J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPU 575J shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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