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978 KOB

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,720 mi
Last recorded74,720 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration978 KOB
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2019 74,720 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 74,381 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2015 73,633 miles

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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978 KOB is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 978 KOB, 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

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What year was 978 KOB registered?

978 KOB is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is 978 KOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 978 KOB shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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