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BHG 105R

1977 MG Mgb GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,632 mi
Last recorded12,632 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb GT44,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHG 105R
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 12,632 miles

Battery box showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint

Pass 11 Jul 2013 12,263 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 12,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,682 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,578 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 10,593 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 10,593 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 6,919 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 6,400 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 6,399 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/sn/s rear rebound straps lower nuts mising

slight play in o/s rear hub

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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BHG 105R is a 1977 MG Mgb GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 44,445 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHG 105R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BHG 105R registered?

BHG 105R is a 1977 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 22 December 1977.

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