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XUC 57T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,256 mi
Last recorded60,256 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUC 57T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 60,256 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 59,910 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 59,485 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 59,021 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 59,021 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 58,948 miles

All four tyre sidewalls are cracked

Pass 9 Jul 2014 58,872 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 58,872 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 58,852 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 58,852 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 58,772 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f wheel bearing noisy

Pass 22 Jun 2011 58,591 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 58,568 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 58,565 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2008 58,449 miles

oil leaks underneath

slight play in steering rack - offside

Pass 30 Apr 2007 58,367 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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XUC 57T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XUC 57T, 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

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What year was XUC 57T registered?

XUC 57T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XUC 57T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUC 57T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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