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CKU 363V

1979 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,649 mi
Last recorded55,649 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKU 363V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 55,649 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 54,811 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 54,807 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 52,549 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 52,549 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking from brake drum (1.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working

hazard warning lights no working

Pass 30 Aug 2017 51,694 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 49,157 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 46,778 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 45,196 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 45,194 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 42,365 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 42,357 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 40,281 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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CKU 363V is a 1979 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CKU 363V, 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

How do I check the history of CKU 363V?

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What year was CKU 363V registered?

CKU 363V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CKU 363V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKU 363V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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