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EDP 700V

1980 MG Bgt

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,084 mi
Last recorded86,084 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDP 700V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 86,084 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 86,084 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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EDP 700V is a 1980 MG Bgt in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EDP 700V, 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 EDP 700V?

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What year was EDP 700V registered?

EDP 700V is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 25 January 1980.

Is EDP 700V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDP 700V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EDP 700V have outstanding finance?

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