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BFW 368W

1980 MG Bgt

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,429 mi
Last recorded16,429 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 368W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 16,429 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2025 16,429 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

nearside wiper blade rubber split but still clearing screen

offside rack boot slightly insecure (small end)

Pass 6 Feb 2024 15,845 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 15,810 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 15,809 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 15,784 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 15,758 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 15,642 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 15,068 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,742 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 13,965 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 12,039 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 11,786 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 11,673 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 11,418 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 11,418 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 10,830 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 9,767 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 6,036 miles

both front wishbones all bushes in poor condition

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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BFW 368W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1980 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,233 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 BFW 368W, 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 46 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BFW 368W registered?

BFW 368W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is BFW 368W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 368W shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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