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FVV 428T

1979 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,083 mi
Last recorded4,083 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2006
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVV 428T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2006 4,083 miles

underbody corrosion in unprescribed areas

Fail 7 Sep 2006 4,083 miles

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

Nearside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

under body corrosion in unprescribed areas

Pass 12 Sep 2005 1,409 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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FVV 428T is a 1979 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FVV 428T, 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.

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What year was FVV 428T registered?

FVV 428T is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is FVV 428T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVV 428T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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