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639 LDV

1978 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,095 mi
Last recorded82,095 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration639 LDV
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 82,095 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 81,950 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 81,950 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2012 81,632 miles

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

Slight bind to rear brakes.

Pass 27 Aug 2011 80,882 miles

lift in ns tronions

Pass 3 Sep 2010 80,305 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 79,844 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 79,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 78,485 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 78,482 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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639 LDV is a 1978 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 53,633 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 639 LDV, 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 48 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 639 LDV?

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What year was 639 LDV registered?

639 LDV is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 June 1978.

Is 639 LDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 639 LDV shows 10 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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