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BHE 803T

1979 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

70,709 mi
Last recorded70,709 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHE 803T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 70,709 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 70,709 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 70,508 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 70,328 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 69,742 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 69,580 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 69,564 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 69,446 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Rear axle strap broken

Fail 4 Jul 2013 69,435 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 68,965 miles

Near side rear rubber axle strap broken.

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2011 68,942 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Near side rear rubber axle strap broken.

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2010 68,774 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 68,706 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 68,479 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 67,859 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 66,980 miles

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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BHE 803T is a 1979 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BHE 803T, 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 BHE 803T registered?

BHE 803T is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 July 1979.

Is BHE 803T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHE 803T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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