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XFZ 559

1971 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,426 mi
Last recorded13,426 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFZ 559
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 13,426 miles

near side rear brake requires adjustment

wipers clearing screen but slow

Fail 8 Apr 2024 13,424 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

near side rear brake requires adjustment

wipers clearing screen but slow

Pass 21 Jun 2022 13,414 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 13,349 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust slightly loose at front clamp

Pass 3 Jun 2020 13,312 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint/clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 13,270 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 13,238 miles

Nearside Rear trailing arm bent

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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XFZ 559 is a 1971 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 XFZ 559, 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 55 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 XFZ 559 registered?

XFZ 559 is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 16 February 1971.

Is XFZ 559 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFZ 559 shows 7 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.

Does XFZ 559 have outstanding finance?

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