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OFX 241J

1971 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,459 mi
Last recorded70,459 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFX 241J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 70,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement leaf spring, front mounting bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement leaf spring, front mounting bush (2.4.B.2)

horn switch, is flick switch type on dash

nearside front brake binding slightly,, recommend check

noise from transmission

oil leak

starter motor slightly noisy in operation

vehicles CO and HC exhaust emissions high, recommend check

Pass 18 Sep 2014 70,419 miles

FUEL TANK SOME CORROSION

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)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 70,378 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 70,378 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 70,303 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 70,303 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 70,281 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 70,281 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 70,194 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 70,101 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 69,924 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 69,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 69,705 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 69,705 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure (3.1.4b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2006 69,433 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 69,433 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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OFX 241J is a 1971 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 OFX 241J, 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

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What year was OFX 241J registered?

OFX 241J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 14 January 1971.

Is OFX 241J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFX 241J shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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