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RSS 323J

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

470 mi
Last recorded470 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSS 323J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 470 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 469 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 465 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 458 miles

battery insecure

Fail 4 Jan 2012 458 miles

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

battery insecure

Pass 7 Aug 2008 446 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 413 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 382 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

indicator tell tale lights flashing white light

Pass 22 Nov 2005 382 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

indicator tell tale lights flashing white light

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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RSS 323J is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RSS 323J, 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 RSS 323J?

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What year was RSS 323J registered?

RSS 323J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 8 March 1971.

Is RSS 323J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSS 323J shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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