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SOO 373D

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,898 mi
Last recorded77,898 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOO 373D
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 77,898 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 77,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 76,336 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 74,876 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 73,811 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 72,582 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,514 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 70,196 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 68,087 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 66,007 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 64,958 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 64,958 miles

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 63,702 miles

vehicle underbody starting to corrode.

Fail 28 Aug 2007 63,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 44,461 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

slight lift at n/s/f swivel pin

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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SOO 373D is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SOO 373D, 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 SOO 373D registered?

SOO 373D is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is SOO 373D safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOO 373D shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SOO 373D have outstanding finance?

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