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BPM 71T

1979 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

80,266 mi
Last recorded80,266 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPM 71T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 80,266 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 80,266 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 80,200 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 79,595 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 79,342 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 77,876 miles

HC READINGS CLOSE TO MAXIUM

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear fog light o/s missing

Fail 14 May 2013 77,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

offside rear fog light missing nearside working

Pass 14 May 2013 77,124 miles

offside rear fog light missing nearside working

Pass 28 May 2012 76,575 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 76,348 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 76,347 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 73,189 miles

EXHHAUST EMISSIONS CLOSE TO MAXIUM LIMIT

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 67,970 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 64,476 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 62,150 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 62,150 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 54,284 miles

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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BPM 71T is a 1979 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BPM 71T, 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

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What year was BPM 71T registered?

BPM 71T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 25 April 1979.

Is BPM 71T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPM 71T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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