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WKD 717J

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,011 mi
Last recorded4,011 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKD 717J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 4,011 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 4,011 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 3,322 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 3,232 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 3,232 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2016 3,156 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 3,077 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 2,934 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 2,934 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2013 2,705 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 26,213 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,503 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 22,969 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 2,058 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 1,877 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 1,616 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 1,273 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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WKD 717J is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WKD 717J, 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

How do I check the history of WKD 717J?

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What year was WKD 717J registered?

WKD 717J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 12 August 1970.

Is WKD 717J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKD 717J shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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