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CLX 510T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

10,621 mi
Last recorded10,621 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLX 510T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 10,621 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 10,259 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 10,230 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 10,051 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 9,481 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 9,021 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 9,020 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 8,907 miles

Offside Front Inner play in steering rack joint

Pass 28 Apr 2016 8,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 7,619 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 7,029 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 7,028 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 4 May 2013 6,151 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 5,684 miles

all suspension components becoming corroded

exhaust system becoming corroded

fuel pipes becoming corroded not considered excessive

fuel tank corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 2 Apr 2012 5,684 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

all suspension components becoming corroded

exhaust system becoming corroded

fuel pipes becoming corroded not considered excessive

fuel tank corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2011 5,445 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 4,887 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 4,887 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 4,264 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 4,232 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 3,871 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 3,866 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 3,703 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 3,703 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

slight bind to both o/s brakes

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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CLX 510T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 CLX 510T, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CLX 510T registered?

CLX 510T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is CLX 510T safe to buy?

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