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XMK 897T

1978 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

40,928 mi
Last recorded40,928 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMK 897T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 40,928 miles

Centre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

PANNEL BELOW RADIATOR CORRODED ,, BUT NOT STRUCTUAL

PASSANGER SEAT MISSING AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 10 Oct 2013 40,928 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

PANNEL BELOW RADIATOR CORRODED ,, BUT NOT STRUCTUAL

PASSANGER SEAT MISSING AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 9 Oct 2013 40,926 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 14 Jun 2012 40,618 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 14 Jun 2012 40,618 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 3 Sep 2010 40,616 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 40,616 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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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XMK 897T is a 1978 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 XMK 897T, 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 48 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 XMK 897T?

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What year was XMK 897T registered?

XMK 897T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is XMK 897T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMK 897T shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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