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RGR 841J

1971 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,430 mi
Last recorded97,430 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGR 841J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 97,430 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 97,416 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 97,408 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 97,399 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 97,368 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 97,365 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 97,345 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 97,285 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 97,074 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 96,825 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 96,762 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 95,666 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 96,549 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 69,300 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 96,446 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 96,238 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 96,071 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 95,078 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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RGR 841J is a 1971 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RGR 841J, 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 RGR 841J?

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What year was RGR 841J registered?

RGR 841J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 17 May 1971.

Is RGR 841J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGR 841J shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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