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XMX 585S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,030 mi
Last recorded19,030 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMX 585S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2019 19,030 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 18,997 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear hus slight oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2016 18,885 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,760 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 18,666 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2009 18,382 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 18,030 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2007 16,768 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,123 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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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XMX 585S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XMX 585S, 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 XMX 585S?

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What year was XMX 585S registered?

XMX 585S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 6 June 1978.

Is XMX 585S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMX 585S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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