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XOK 852T

1979 MG Mgbgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,666 mi
Last recorded99,666 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Mgbgt74,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOK 852T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 99,666 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 99,663 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety petrol leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

n s f suspenion cnit start to leaking

Pass 1 Nov 2018 99,522 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 98,993 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 98,617 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 97,675 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 96,884 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 96,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 96,086 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2012 93,971 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 90,861 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 86,554 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 83,177 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 83,027 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 83,013 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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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XOK 852T is a 1979 MG Mgbgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 XOK 852T, 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

How do I check the history of XOK 852T?

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What year was XOK 852T registered?

XOK 852T is a 1979 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 5 December 1979.

Is XOK 852T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOK 852T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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