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XFK 918S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

74,540 mi
Last recorded74,540 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFK 918S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2009 74,540 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

car very rusty

play in o/s/f suspension

Fail 3 Jul 2009 74,540 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

car very rusty

play in o/s/f suspension

Pass 12 Sep 2008 74,525 miles

as 1st test

Fail 22 Aug 2008 74,531 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

car rusty

play in o/s/f suspension

slight play in steering rack

Pass 13 Aug 2007 73,990 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 73,990 miles

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

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Dec 2006 73,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Position lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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XFK 918S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 XFK 918S, 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 XFK 918S?

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What year was XFK 918S registered?

XFK 918S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 17 February 1978.

Is XFK 918S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFK 918S shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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