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XOX 311T

1979 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,954 mi
Last recorded34,954 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOX 311T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 34,954 miles

has oil leak

Fail 29 May 2026 34,952 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

has oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2025 34,889 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 34,640 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 34,571 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 34,387 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 34,253 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 34,079 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 33,853 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 33,605 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 32,589 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 32,589 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 32,322 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,242 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,120 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 31,911 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 31,815 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 31,757 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 31,636 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,570 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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XOX 311T is a 1979 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 XOX 311T, 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 47 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 XOX 311T?

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What year was XOX 311T registered?

XOX 311T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is XOX 311T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOX 311T shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XOX 311T have outstanding finance?

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