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XAO 862S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,670 mi
Last recorded78,670 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAO 862S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 78,670 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 May 2019 78,111 miles

Nearside Front PLAY IN KING PIN

Offside Front PLAY IN KING PIN

Pass 15 Apr 2013 78,103 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 78,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 May 2011 78,048 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 77,862 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 77,851 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 77,779 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 77,601 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 77,601 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
Full MG Midget 1500 reliability report

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XAO 862S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAO 862S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAO 862S?

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What year was XAO 862S registered?

XAO 862S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 21 June 1978.

Is XAO 862S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAO 862S shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAO 862S have outstanding finance?

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