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ASR 139T

1978 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

11,438 mi
Last recorded11,438 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASR 139T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 11,438 miles

All front suspension components and front subframe corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 3 May 2025 10,814 miles

Front subframe and all front suspension components corroded.

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight from engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Apr 2024 10,193 miles

Exhaust blowing slightly at joins

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Some corrosion in all front suspension components and subframe

Pass 29 Apr 2023 9,312 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing slightly at joins (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play in both sides ()

Some corrosion in front suspension components and subframe

Pass 15 Apr 2022 7,572 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front caliper brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear join blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Slight play in steering rack offside inner track rod

Some corrosion in front suspension components and front subframe

Pass 3 Oct 2020 6,802 miles

Nearside front caliper brake pipe slightly corroded.

Slight blow from exhaust centre join.

Slight play in steering rack.

Some corrosion in front suspension components and subframes.

Pass 18 Sep 2019 5,046 miles

Exhaust blowing very slightly at front to centre join.

Slight play in steering rack at column.

Some corrosion in front suspension components and subframe.

Pass 12 Jun 2018 2,266 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 847 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

oil leak/s

outer sills corroded

Pass 3 May 2016 99,922 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front suspension bump stops splitting

oil leak/s

rear outer sills corroded

rear valence corroded at o/s

slight play in steering rack at pinion

Pass 23 Apr 2015 97,601 miles

front brake discs worn.

front brake pipes slightly corroded.

front coil springs corroded.

some corrosion in all front suspension components.

various slight oil leaks around engine gearbox and differential.

Pass 16 Apr 2014 94,644 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/r axle bump stop mounting corroded

oil leak at diff

oil leak/s

rear exhaust mounting corroded and loose

Pass 17 Apr 2013 93,230 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 93,230 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 88,648 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 85,654 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 85,654 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 81,961 miles

centre exhaust bracket worn

corrosion in nearside headlamp

Fail 6 Apr 2009 74,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 74,636 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 68,847 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 63,098 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight free play in offside steering rack

Pass 5 May 2006 59,418 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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ASR 139T is a 1978 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 ASR 139T, 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

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What year was ASR 139T registered?

ASR 139T is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is ASR 139T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASR 139T shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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