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XPF 834N

1974 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,526 mi
Last recorded65,526 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPF 834N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 65,526 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 65,465 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 65,451 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 65,435 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 65,435 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 65,414 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 65,348 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 65,332 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 65,332 miles

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 65,132 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 65,116 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 62,609 miles

Full inspection of main brake pipe not possible, underseal covered

Handbrake long but effective

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

full inspection of rear brake pipes not possible, paint covered

Fail 19 Oct 2007 62,596 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Full inspection of main brake pipe not possible, underseal covered

Handbrake long but effective

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

full inspection of rear brake pipes not possible, paint covered

Pass 4 Sep 2006 60,556 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 60,556 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in rear tyre

handbrake lever pivot worn.

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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XPF 834N is a 1974 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 XPF 834N, 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 52 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPF 834N registered?

XPF 834N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 5 September 1974.

Is XPF 834N safe to buy?

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