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XTB 792N

1974 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,220 mi
Last recorded67,220 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTB 792N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 67,220 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 67,220 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 67,220 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 67,218 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 67,218 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 66,115 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 66,115 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 64,912 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 64,902 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 64,898 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h) DANGEROUS

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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XTB 792N is a 1974 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XTB 792N, 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

How do I check the history of XTB 792N?

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What year was XTB 792N registered?

XTB 792N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 16 August 1974.

Is XTB 792N safe to buy?

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