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XKH 153H

1996 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,109 mi
Last recorded25,109 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 MG Midget38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKH 153H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 25,109 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 24,841 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 24,720 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 24,711 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 24,528 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 23,564 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 22,817 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 21,932 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 20,954 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 20,234 miles

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

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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XKH 153H is a 1996 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 38,538 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 XKH 153H, 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 30 years old, this MG Midget is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XKH 153H?

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What year was XKH 153H registered?

XKH 153H is a 1996 MG Midget, first registered on 29 November 1996.

Is XKH 153H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKH 153H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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