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RWH 737J

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,541 mi
Last recorded2,541 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWH 737J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 2,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 2,505 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 2,457 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 2,414 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 2,414 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2015 2,059 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 1,996 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 1,905 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 1,757 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 1,365 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 1,365 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 1,062 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 917 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 917 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 703 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 703 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 240 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 240 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 99,287 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 99,287 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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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RWH 737J is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 RWH 737J, 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 56 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 RWH 737J registered?

RWH 737J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 16 October 1970.

Is RWH 737J safe to buy?

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