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XBB 555T

1979 MG Miget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 MG Miget59,859 mi
4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBB 555T
MakeMG
ModelMiget
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013
Pass 9 Nov 2010 64,974 miles

Front body cross member corroded

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2010 64,972 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front body cross bember corroded

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 61,758 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 59,595 miles

How Reliable is the MG Miget?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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XBB 555T is a 1979 MG Miget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 MG Miget models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 59,859 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Miget fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBB 555T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Miget typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this MG Miget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBB 555T registered?

XBB 555T is a 1979 MG Miget, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is XBB 555T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBB 555T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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