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WKJ 230J

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,012 mi
Last recorded40,012 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKJ 230J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 40,012 miles

non standard front fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2017 40,017 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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WKJ 230J is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WKJ 230J, 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 WKJ 230J?

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What year was WKJ 230J registered?

WKJ 230J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is WKJ 230J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKJ 230J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WKJ 230J have outstanding finance?

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