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XAA 791J

1970 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,820 mi
Last recorded82,820 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAA 791J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 82,820 miles

SLIGHT PLAY N/S TOP FULCRUM

Pass 25 Jul 2016 82,575 miles

SLIGHT PLAY SWIVEL PINS

Pass 3 Aug 2015 82,022 miles

Slight play n/s top trunion

Pass 26 Jul 2014 81,859 miles

Slight play n/s swivel pin

Fail 26 Jul 2014 81,859 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight play n/s swivel pin

Pass 6 Aug 2013 81,739 miles

underside protected with underseal

Pass 26 Jul 2012 81,662 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 81,133 miles

Slight play & lift front suspension trunions & swivel pins

Pass 12 Aug 2010 80,022 miles

Slight lift n/s swivel pin

slight play o/s lower trunion

Pass 5 Aug 2009 78,885 miles

SLIGHT LIFT BOTH SWIVEL PINS

Pass 14 Aug 2008 77,892 miles

SLIGHT PLAY N/S KING PIN

Pass 2 Aug 2007 77,149 miles

SLIGHT LIFT N/S SWIVEL PIN

Pass 8 Aug 2006 76,460 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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XAA 791J is a 1970 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XAA 791J, 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 XAA 791J?

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What year was XAA 791J registered?

XAA 791J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is XAA 791J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAA 791J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAA 791J have outstanding finance?

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