CarVerify

Free Car Check

BHU 460V

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

21,620 mi
Last recorded21,620 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHU 460V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 21,620 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 21,402 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 21,379 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 20,584 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,943 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 18,937 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 18,747 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both jacking points pulling off of car

light switch feels rough in use

sills and floor etc has many repairs unable to check standard due to underseal and paint

Fail 12 Nov 2009 18,747 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both jacking points pulling off of car

light switch feels rough in use

sills and floor etc has many repairs unable to check standard due to underseal and paint

Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,309 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2008 17,309 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 16,700 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

all 4 tyres perished,o/s/f bump stop missing,slight play front suspension,bad corrosion and holess not in perscribed area

Fail 16 Aug 2007 16,700 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

all 4 tyres perished,o/s/f bumpstop missing,slight play front suspension,bad corrosion and holes not in perscribed areas

Pass 9 Jun 2006 14,680 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

battery insecure

coolant leaking

offside front suspension bump stop missing

oil cooler hanging loose at front of radiator

oil cooler hanging loose at front of radiator

Fail 7 Jun 2006 14,680 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

coolant leaking

offside front bump stop missing

oil cooler hanging loose at front of radiator

Fail 13 May 2006 14,677 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

coolant leaking

oil cooler hanging loose at front of radiator

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
Full MG Bgt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BHU 460V is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,233 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BHU 460V, 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 46 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BHU 460V?

You can check the full history of BHU 460V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BHU 460V registered?

BHU 460V is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is BHU 460V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHU 460V shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BHU 460V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BHU 460V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.