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CRT 475T

1978 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

80,638 mi
Last recorded80,638 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRT 475T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 80,638 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 80,638 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 80,638 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 80,614 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 80,614 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 80,417 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 80,417 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 80,211 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 80,208 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 79,984 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 79,697 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 78,806 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 78,806 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 76,966 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 76,966 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 74,950 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 72,777 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 71,959 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 71,596 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 71,594 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 71,412 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 71,060 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 71,057 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 70,551 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 69,123 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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CRT 475T is a 1978 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 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 CRT 475T, 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.

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What year was CRT 475T registered?

CRT 475T is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is CRT 475T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRT 475T shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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