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VMW 697T

1978 MG Mgbgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,455 mi
Last recorded21,455 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1978 MG Mgbgt76,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMW 697T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 May 2015 21,455 miles

surface corrosion of front & rear suspension components

Pass 26 Jul 2008 21,422 miles

surface corrosion of front & rear suspension

Pass 17 Jul 2007 21,039 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

complete underside undersealed

slight cracking of o/s/ & n/s/rear outer & inner tyre walls

Pass 18 Jul 2006 20,306 miles

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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VMW 697T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 76,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VMW 697T, 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 48 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMW 697T?

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What year was VMW 697T registered?

VMW 697T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is VMW 697T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMW 697T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMW 697T have outstanding finance?

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