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XME 574N

1974 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,570 mi
Last recorded42,570 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXME 574N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 42,570 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 42,568 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 42,526 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 42,406 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 42,406 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 42,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 42,235 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 42,227 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2014 41,964 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 41,737 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 41,716 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 41,627 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 39,700 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 38,530 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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XME 574N is a 1974 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XME 574N, 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 XME 574N?

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What year was XME 574N registered?

XME 574N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 19 September 1974.

Is XME 574N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XME 574N shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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