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SJW 814S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,929 mi
Last recorded79,929 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJW 814S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 79,929 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 79,929 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,506 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 78,453 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 78,311 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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SJW 814S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJW 814S, 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 SJW 814S?

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What year was SJW 814S registered?

SJW 814S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is SJW 814S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJW 814S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJW 814S have outstanding finance?

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