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803 WHT

1979 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1768cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,996 mi
Last recorded9,996 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration803 WHT
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,768cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 9,996 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 8,403 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 7,741 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 7,741 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2018 6,412 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 5,241 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 4,189 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 3,210 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2014 3,004 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2013 904 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 99,226 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 97,524 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 96,062 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 95,080 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 92,336 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 92,009 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 98,716 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 98,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the MG Bgt?

Based on 23,228 MOT tests across 2,267 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
2,267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 671
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 598
brake binding 597
Steering rack gaiter split 538
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803 WHT is a 1979 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,768cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 53,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Bgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 671 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 803 WHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Bgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 803 WHT registered?

803 WHT is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 803 WHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 803 WHT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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