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DCH 830T

1979 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,959 mi
Last recorded17,959 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2005
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCH 830T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2005 17,959 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 17,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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DCH 830T is a 1979 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DCH 830T, 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 DCH 830T?

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What year was DCH 830T registered?

DCH 830T is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is DCH 830T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCH 830T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCH 830T have outstanding finance?

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