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XGT 557N

1974 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

64,906 mi
Last recorded64,906 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGT 557N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 64,906 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 64,417 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 64,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 64,374 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 64,185 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 63,913 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 63,872 miles

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

slight bind on nearside rear brake

slight bind on offside front brake

Pass 23 Aug 2013 63,779 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 63,691 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 635,552 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 63,450 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 63,387 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 63,159 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2007 62,787 miles

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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XGT 557N is a 1974 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XGT 557N, 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 52 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 XGT 557N?

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What year was XGT 557N registered?

XGT 557N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 26 September 1974.

Is XGT 557N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGT 557N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGT 557N have outstanding finance?

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