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SCJ 140S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,154 mi
Last recorded61,154 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCJ 140S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 61,154 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 61,154 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 61,143 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight engine oil loss

Pass 1 Jun 2016 61,135 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 61,106 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 61,073 miles

some oil loss

some play in nearside and offside front king pins

Pass 29 May 2009 61,020 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 60,893 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)

full inspection of under vehicle and brake pipes not possible underseal covered, some corrosion wear visable

handbrake leaver long but effective

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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SCJ 140S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 SCJ 140S, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SCJ 140S?

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What year was SCJ 140S registered?

SCJ 140S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 20 August 1977.

Is SCJ 140S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCJ 140S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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