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GHL 58V

1979 MG Bgt

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,220 mi
Last recorded5,220 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHL 58V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 5,220 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 3,793 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 3,654 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 2,215 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 463 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak n/s/r hub

Fail 21 Jun 2013 463 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak n/s/r hub

Pass 6 Mar 2012 99,888 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 99,644 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear nearside halfshaft seel leaking slightly

Fail 7 Mar 2011 99,644 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear nearside halfshaft seel leaking slightly

Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,404 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 30 Apr 2009 98,636 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 98,636 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 97,972 miles

slight play in rack pinion and offside steering rack end

Pass 8 Mar 2007 96,642 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 96,641 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 96,641 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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GHL 58V is a 1979 MG Bgt in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GHL 58V, 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 GHL 58V registered?

GHL 58V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GHL 58V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHL 58V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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