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RSX 63J

1974 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,907 mi
Last recorded55,907 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSX 63J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 55,907 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 55,832 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn slight ()

slight leak from exhaust joint at centre

Pass 23 Sep 2015 55,752 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2014 55,428 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,253 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear axel leaking at seal

Rear brak back plate corroded

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

indicators need a slight rev up to work

Pass 17 Aug 2011 54,942 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 54,446 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 54,431 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 54,089 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

nearside axle strap insecure

Fail 5 Aug 2009 54,086 miles

Nearside Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside axle strap insecure

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 53,737 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 53,637 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 53,615 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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RSX 63J is a 1974 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 RSX 63J, 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 52 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 RSX 63J registered?

RSX 63J is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 7 November 1974.

Is RSX 63J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSX 63J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSX 63J have outstanding finance?

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