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PWG 115X

1982 MG Bgt

Brown Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,359 mi
Last recorded45,359 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1982 MG Bgt62,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWG 115X
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 45,359 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 45,120 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 44,913 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 44,818 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,180 miles

underside just been undersealed

Pass 31 Mar 2011 43,831 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 43,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 39,801 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 39,801 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 36,697 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 36,697 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 36,195 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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PWG 115X is a 1982 MG Bgt in Brown with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,185 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 PWG 115X, 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 44 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 PWG 115X registered?

PWG 115X is a 1982 MG Bgt, first registered on 8 April 1982.

Is PWG 115X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWG 115X shows 12 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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