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BBU 858T

1978 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,553 mi
Last recorded7,553 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBU 858T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 7,553 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 6,377 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 5,528 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 4,993 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 4,532 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 3,695 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 2,395 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 1,334 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 99,596 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 97,907 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 97,904 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 97,838 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 97,757 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 97,757 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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BBU 858T is a 1978 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BBU 858T, 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 BBU 858T?

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What year was BBU 858T registered?

BBU 858T is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 December 1978.

Is BBU 858T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBU 858T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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