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XCH 333S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,072 mi
Last recorded91,072 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCH 333S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 May 2017 91,072 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 90,705 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 90,567 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 90,084 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 89,750 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

PETROL LINE CORRODED

Pass 15 May 2010 89,371 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 May 2009 88,902 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 58,709 miles

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
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XCH 333S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XCH 333S, 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 XCH 333S?

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What year was XCH 333S registered?

XCH 333S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is XCH 333S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCH 333S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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