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MPX 591R

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,831 mi
Last recorded62,831 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPX 591R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 62,831 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2011 81,484 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 May 2010 80,062 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 80,062 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 79,747 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 78,664 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 10,685 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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MPX 591R is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 MPX 591R, 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 49 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 MPX 591R?

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What year was MPX 591R registered?

MPX 591R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 16 February 1977.

Is MPX 591R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPX 591R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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