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CGC 764S

1978 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,614 mi
Last recorded3,614 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGC 764S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 3,614 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 60,011 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 60,011 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 58,902 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 57,787 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 57,509 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 56,663 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 1 May 2014 56,663 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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CGC 764S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 CGC 764S, 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 CGC 764S?

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What year was CGC 764S registered?

CGC 764S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is CGC 764S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGC 764S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CGC 764S have outstanding finance?

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