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XVO 933M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,690 mi
Last recorded75,690 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVO 933M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 75,690 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 74,704 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 72,755 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 72,652 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 72,544 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 72,357 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 72,357 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 72,050 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 72,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 71,111 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 70,050 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 70,049 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 69,896 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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XVO 933M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 XVO 933M, 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 53 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 XVO 933M?

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What year was XVO 933M registered?

XVO 933M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 13 August 1973.

Is XVO 933M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVO 933M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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