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AEA 927S

1978 MG Bgt

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,848 mi
Last recorded8,848 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEA 927S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 8,848 miles

both side sill covered with chrom

front too rear floor and chassis covered with underseal

Fail 19 Jan 2017 8,848 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both side sill covered with chrom

front too rear floor and chassis covered with underseal

Pass 27 Jul 2015 88,390 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 87,727 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 85,155 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 83,729 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 82,221 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 81,130 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 81,198 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

both front brakes slighty binding on

Pass 29 Jul 2008 81,988 miles

all four brakes slighty binding on

Pass 26 Jul 2007 81,926 miles

all 4 brakes slighty binding on

Pass 28 Jul 2006 81,902 miles

all 4 brakes slighty binding on

head light switch dodgy

n/s/r tyre has small split on tread

Pass 19 Aug 2005 79,760 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 79,760 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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AEA 927S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AEA 927S, 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 AEA 927S?

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What year was AEA 927S registered?

AEA 927S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 26 May 1978.

Is AEA 927S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEA 927S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AEA 927S have outstanding finance?

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