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KNV 383V

1979 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,981 mi
Last recorded82,981 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNV 383V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2010 82,981 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 82,978 miles

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

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KNV 383V is a 1979 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,950cc 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 KNV 383V, 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 KNV 383V?

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What year was KNV 383V registered?

KNV 383V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 3 October 1979.

Is KNV 383V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNV 383V 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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