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EMV 890V

1979 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,294 mi
Last recorded34,294 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMV 890V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 34,294 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

staining around top of fuel tank no leak found

Pass 20 Aug 2010 30,515 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 30,515 miles

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

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 30,510 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 27,803 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 27,132 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 27,124 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 27,124 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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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EMV 890V is a 1979 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EMV 890V, 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 EMV 890V?

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What year was EMV 890V registered?

EMV 890V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is EMV 890V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMV 890V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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