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XUE 825H

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

18,982 mi
Last recorded18,982 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUE 825H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 18,982 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Movement in Trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Jun 2023 18,982 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Movement in Trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 17,768 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 16,909 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 16,906 miles

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 16,844 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre is worn on inner sidewall

Various oil leaks

Pass 4 Jul 2017 14,678 miles

Nearside has play in rack end

Pass 21 Jun 2016 13,992 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 12,869 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 12,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 12,718 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 12,524 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 12,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 12,521 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight brake bind on offside front brake

Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,471 miles

front tyre wear on inner edges

Fail 31 May 2012 12,471 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front tyre wear on inner edges

Pass 27 May 2011 12,440 miles

front tyre wear on inner edge

Fail 6 May 2011 12,439 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 12,352 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 12,274 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 12,157 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake rod has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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XUE 825H is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 XUE 825H, 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 56 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 XUE 825H?

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What year was XUE 825H registered?

XUE 825H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 15 May 1970.

Is XUE 825H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUE 825H shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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