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XVF 467J

1970 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,762 mi
Last recorded82,762 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVF 467J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 82,762 miles

Components missing from engine bay

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2014 82,762 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

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

Components missing from engine bay

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

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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XVF 467J is a 1970 MG Midget in Orange 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 XVF 467J, 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

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What year was XVF 467J registered?

XVF 467J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 5 August 1970.

Is XVF 467J safe to buy?

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