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VJH 157J

1971 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,611 mi
Last recorded77,611 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJH 157J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2011 77,611 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 77,550 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 77,370 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 77,006 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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VJH 157J is a 1971 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VJH 157J, 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 VJH 157J?

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What year was VJH 157J registered?

VJH 157J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is VJH 157J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJH 157J shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJH 157J have outstanding finance?

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