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XWF 541J

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,445 mi
Last recorded7,445 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWF 541J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 7,445 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 7,436 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 7,397 miles

Oil leak.

Washer bottle leaking.

Pass 20 Jul 2012 7,393 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2012 7,393 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2011 7,386 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 7,357 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 7,352 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,352 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 7,351 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 7,337 miles

Battery insecure

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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XWF 541J is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 XWF 541J, 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 55 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 XWF 541J?

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What year was XWF 541J registered?

XWF 541J is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 2 June 1971.

Is XWF 541J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWF 541J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWF 541J have outstanding finance?

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