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409 XMG

1981 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,907 mi
Last recorded74,907 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2012
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration409 XMG
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2012 74,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 74,700 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 73,292 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 72,624 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 71,694 miles

underside of vehicle heavily covered in sealer

Pass 10 Jul 2007 70,481 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 70,472 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil level low

Pass 16 Mar 2006 70,350 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 70,347 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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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409 XMG is a 1981 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 409 XMG, 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 45 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 409 XMG?

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What year was 409 XMG registered?

409 XMG is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 9 January 1981.

Is 409 XMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 409 XMG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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