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RPJ 961L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,783 mi
Last recorded73,783 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPJ 961L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 73,783 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Jun 2017 73,783 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 73,016 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 71,994 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2014 70,451 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 69,324 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 67,858 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 66,789 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 65,286 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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RPJ 961L is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 RPJ 961L, 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 53 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 RPJ 961L?

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What year was RPJ 961L registered?

RPJ 961L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 22 June 1973.

Is RPJ 961L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPJ 961L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPJ 961L have outstanding finance?

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