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FPK 830V

1980 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,169 mi
Last recorded71,169 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2009
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPK 830V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2009 71,169 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

hand brake lever high

indicators slightly slow

Fail 29 Aug 2009 71,158 miles

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

hand brake lever high

indicators slightly slow

Pass 29 Aug 2008 71,057 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 71,057 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 70,837 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FPK 830V is a 1980 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FPK 830V, 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 FPK 830V?

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What year was FPK 830V registered?

FPK 830V is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 8 January 1980.

Is FPK 830V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPK 830V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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