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XNB 590S

1978 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,897 mi
Last recorded41,897 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2009
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNB 590S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2009 41,897 miles
Fail 31 May 2009 41,896 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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XNB 590S is a 1978 MG Midget in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XNB 590S, 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 XNB 590S?

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What year was XNB 590S registered?

XNB 590S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XNB 590S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNB 590S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XNB 590S have outstanding finance?

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