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UMA 738J

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,848 mi
Last recorded8,848 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMA 738J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2017 8,848 miles

Advise n/s front n/s rear and o/s rear tyres slight deterioration to rubber

Pass 5 Apr 2016 8,613 miles

Advise n/s front n/s rear and o/s rear tyres slight deterioration to rubber

Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,454 miles

Advise n/s front n/s rear and o/s rear tyres slight deterioration to rubber

Offside Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 827 miles

Advise n/s front tyre slight deterioration

Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,136 miles

Advise o/s rear n/s front and rear tyres deterioration to rubber

Pass 21 Jun 2010 7,862 miles

Advise rear tyres and n/s front rubber deteriorated

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 7,379 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 7,341 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,232 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,124 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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UMA 738J is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 UMA 738J, 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 UMA 738J registered?

UMA 738J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 27 October 1970.

Is UMA 738J safe to buy?

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