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EAT 380T

1979 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,890 mi
Last recorded89,890 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAT 380T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 89,890 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2014 88,641 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 87,588 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 86,236 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 86,235 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2011 83,675 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 83,675 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 82,406 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 82,998 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 80,965 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 80,914 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2006 80,914 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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EAT 380T is a 1979 MG Bgt in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EAT 380T, 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 EAT 380T?

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What year was EAT 380T registered?

EAT 380T is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is EAT 380T safe to buy?

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