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XBH 383M

1973 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,916 mi
Last recorded25,916 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBH 383M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 25,916 miles

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2016 25,912 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine, gearbox and diff oil leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 25,834 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 25,723 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

oil leak(s)

Fail 30 May 2014 25,719 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 25,686 miles

brake pipes rusty

major oil leaks

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,638 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 25,638 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 25,545 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 25,448 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 25,448 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 25,338 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 25,338 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 25,221 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 25,221 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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XBH 383M is a 1973 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 XBH 383M, 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 53 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBH 383M?

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What year was XBH 383M registered?

XBH 383M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is XBH 383M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBH 383M shows 15 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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