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XGJ 718S

1977 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,673 mi
Last recorded55,673 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGJ 718S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 55,673 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2025 55,673 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Rear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 54,957 miles

rear spring rusty

slight corrosion to underside

slight play in steering rack

Fail 11 Oct 2018 54,946 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

rear spring rusty

slight corrosion to underside

slight play in steering rack

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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XGJ 718S is a 1977 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 XGJ 718S, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XGJ 718S?

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What year was XGJ 718S registered?

XGJ 718S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is XGJ 718S safe to buy?

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Does XGJ 718S have outstanding finance?

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