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XYF 500G

1969 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,013 mi
Last recorded22,013 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1969 MG Midget34,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYF 500G
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1969
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 22,013 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 20,957 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 20,341 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 19,374 miles

Nearside Front Lower play in trunion joint

Pass 19 Apr 2018 18,681 miles

Floors rusty.

Pass 21 Mar 2017 18,343 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 17,838 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 17,289 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 16,860 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 16,292 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 16,291 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 15,839 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 15,172 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 15,171 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 14,634 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 13,850 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,051 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 13,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 12,482 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 11,876 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear leaf springs starting to corrode.

oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2005 11,296 miles

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

oil leak

slight play in offside front hub.

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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XYF 500G is a 1969 MG Midget in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1969 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 34,439 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 XYF 500G, 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 57 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 XYF 500G registered?

XYF 500G is a 1969 MG Midget, first registered on 1 June 1969.

Is XYF 500G safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYF 500G shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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