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XOX 489T

1979 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,843 mi
Last recorded38,843 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOX 489T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 38,843 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 38,558 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides lower slightly worn trunions (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine /gearbox/diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 38,550 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides lower slightly worn trunions (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine /gearbox/diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 38,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trunions (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trunions (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 38,086 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trunions (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2018 38,086 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trunions (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2017 37,873 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Leaf spring corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2016 37,554 miles

travel on handbrake

Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

travel on handbrake

Pass 29 Jul 2014 37,202 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 36,869 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 36,571 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 36,383 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2010 36,047 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 35,893 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 35,758 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 35,284 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 34,844 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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 489T is a 1979 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 489T, 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 489T?

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What year was XOX 489T registered?

XOX 489T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 6 March 1979.

Is XOX 489T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOX 489T shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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