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BGC 365S

1978 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,436 mi
Last recorded29,436 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGC 365S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 29,436 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 29,428 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 27,622 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 26,104 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,056 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 25,042 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 23,815 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 21,960 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 21,918 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 20,883 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,906 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,581 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 19,493 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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BGC 365S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BGC 365S, 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 BGC 365S registered?

BGC 365S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 17 February 1978.

Is BGC 365S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGC 365S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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