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VJW 687M

1973 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,999 mi
Last recorded89,999 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJW 687M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 89,999 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 89,991 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 89,984 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 89,934 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 89,701 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 89,699 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 88,793 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 86,357 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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VJW 687M is a 1973 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 VJW 687M, 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 53 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 VJW 687M?

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What year was VJW 687M registered?

VJW 687M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is VJW 687M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJW 687M 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.

Does VJW 687M have outstanding finance?

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