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FSF 252S

1978 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,644 mi
Last recorded76,644 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSF 252S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 76,644 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 76,643 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 76,516 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 76,452 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 76,452 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 May 2015 76,100 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 75,908 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 75,821 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 75,556 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 74,336 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 74,334 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 73,892 miles

Front windscreen scratched

Pass 1 May 2007 73,341 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 69,620 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 69,620 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

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

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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FSF 252S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FSF 252S, 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

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What year was FSF 252S registered?

FSF 252S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is FSF 252S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSF 252S shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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