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KAO 184V

1979 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,754 mi
Last recorded94,754 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2010
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 184V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2010 94,754 miles

brake disc corroded/slight corrosion underbody components/underbody covered in underseal

Fail 11 Sep 2010 94,751 miles

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

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake disc corroded/slight corrosion underbody components/underbody covered in underseal

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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KAO 184V is a 1979 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KAO 184V, 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 KAO 184V?

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What year was KAO 184V registered?

KAO 184V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is KAO 184V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 184V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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