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KGC 1T

1979 MG Mgbgt

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,586 mi
Last recorded11,586 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Mgbgt74,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGC 1T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 11,586 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Slight play in steering rack joints

Fail 15 Apr 2026 11,586 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Slight play in steering rack joints

Stop lamp(s) all not working Bullet connector had come of brake light switch , reconnected all ok (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 9,827 miles

all road tyres starting to show signs of age deteriation

Fail 5 Jun 2018 9,826 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire pump union (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

all road tyres starting to show signs of age deteriation

Pass 8 Nov 2016 8,076 miles

All four tyres close to legal limit and perishing

Pass 2 Oct 2015 7,689 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 4,927 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 4,919 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2005 4,919 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

idling speed little high.

n.s.f track rod end fouling inner wheel arch.

small hole in exhaust.

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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KGC 1T is a 1979 MG Mgbgt in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 74,269 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGC 1T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgbgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGC 1T registered?

KGC 1T is a 1979 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 9 July 1979.

Is KGC 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGC 1T shows 9 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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