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FPB 299V

1979 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

66,602 mi
Last recorded66,602 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPB 299V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 66,602 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 66,596 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 65,539 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 65,533 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 63,099 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 61,425 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 59,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 59,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 58,379 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 58,279 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 56,792 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 54,565 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 52,677 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 52,677 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 51,113 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 49,937 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 48,535 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 46,153 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 42,874 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 38,781 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 38,778 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 36,121 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2008 36,121 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 32,912 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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FPB 299V is a 1979 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 FPB 299V, 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

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What year was FPB 299V registered?

FPB 299V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is FPB 299V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPB 299V shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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