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VCD 698J

1971 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,486 mi
Last recorded85,486 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCD 698J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 85,486 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 84,134 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 83,531 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 82,978 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 82,344 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 80,551 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 78,715 miles

front number plate slightly

near side front suspension lower trunion slightly worn

off side front wheel bolt/stud damaged

Pass 24 Jan 2008 78,700 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 78,700 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 78,699 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 78,554 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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VCD 698J is a 1971 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 VCD 698J, 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 55 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VCD 698J?

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What year was VCD 698J registered?

VCD 698J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 5 July 1971.

Is VCD 698J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCD 698J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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