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BCV 210T

1979 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,839 mi
Last recorded90,839 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2009
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 210T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2009 90,839 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 90,222 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 90,222 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 90,077 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 89,655 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 75,957 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 75,957 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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BCV 210T is a 1979 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCV 210T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BCV 210T?

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What year was BCV 210T registered?

BCV 210T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BCV 210T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCV 210T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCV 210T have outstanding finance?

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