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ELG 753S

1978 MG Midget

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,629 mi
Last recorded34,629 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELG 753S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 34,629 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 34,606 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 34,595 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 34,530 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 34,193 miles

Offside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN KING PIN

Pass 14 Sep 2017 33,849 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 33,427 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 32,794 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 32,170 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 31,531 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 30,743 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 30,160 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 29,283 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,961 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 26,361 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,772 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 23,950 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2006 23,935 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2006 23,935 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 23,850 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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ELG 753S is a 1978 MG Midget in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 ELG 753S, 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 ELG 753S?

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What year was ELG 753S registered?

ELG 753S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is ELG 753S safe to buy?

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