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BTM 505T

1978 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,387 mi
Last recorded66,387 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTM 505T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 66,387 miles

Coolant leak Water Pump Leaking

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 65,726 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2019 65,081 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 63,849 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 63,259 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2016 62,574 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 62,574 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 20 May 2015 61,899 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 61,899 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 61,429 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight perishing to all front and rear suspension rubber bushes

Pass 26 Jun 2013 60,978 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 60,976 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 May 2009 60,897 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 60,104 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 60,104 miles

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2006 56,900 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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BTM 505T is a 1978 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BTM 505T, 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 BTM 505T?

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What year was BTM 505T registered?

BTM 505T is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BTM 505T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTM 505T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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