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GCK 530S

1978 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,530 mi
Last recorded23,530 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCK 530S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 23,530 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Aug 2017 23,524 miles

Brake performance not tested Rear hose leaking (3.7.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 May 2016 23,312 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 23,250 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 23,044 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 22,830 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 22,727 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 22,549 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 22,386 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 22,139 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 21,871 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

slight lift offside and nearside front kingpins

Pass 4 Jun 2007 21,589 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 21,209 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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GCK 530S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GCK 530S, 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 GCK 530S?

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What year was GCK 530S registered?

GCK 530S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is GCK 530S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCK 530S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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