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TVN 975X

1982 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,696 mi
Last recorded87,696 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1982 MG Bgt62,185 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVN 975X
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2019 87,696 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside covered heavily in underseal

Pass 21 Jun 2018 87,300 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 87,297 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 87,195 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 86,621 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 May 2015 86,071 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 85,600 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front trunion rubber bushes starting to split

Pass 3 May 2012 85,018 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 84,892 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

entire vehicle heavily undersealed restricting corrosion checks

Fail 14 Apr 2010 84,889 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

entire vehicle heavily undersealed restricting corrosion checks

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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TVN 975X is a 1982 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TVN 975X, 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 TVN 975X registered?

TVN 975X is a 1982 MG Bgt, first registered on 26 April 1982.

Is TVN 975X safe to buy?

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