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EDM 577S

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,358 mi
Last recorded85,358 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDM 577S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 85,358 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight play prop shaft u/j's

Fail 9 Jun 2026 85,341 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight play prop shaft u/j's

Pass 4 Jun 2025 85,184 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 85,025 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 85,018 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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EDM 577S is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EDM 577S, 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

How do I check the history of EDM 577S?

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What year was EDM 577S registered?

EDM 577S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 11 May 1978.

Is EDM 577S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDM 577S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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