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XLP 434S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,188 mi
Last recorded9,188 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLP 434S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 9,188 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 8,595 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 12 Feb 2015 8,595 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 18 Sep 2009 8,496 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 7,942 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 7,942 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 79,252 miles

slight wear in near side lower trunion, slight wear in off side king pin assembly.

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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XLP 434S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XLP 434S, 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 XLP 434S?

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What year was XLP 434S registered?

XLP 434S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 10 February 1978.

Is XLP 434S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLP 434S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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