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GOV 26W

1980 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,391 mi
Last recorded74,391 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOV 26W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 74,391 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 74,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 74,349 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 74,349 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 74,033 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 73,415 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 72,649 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 71,858 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 70,974 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 70,028 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 69,243 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 69,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 68,776 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 68,318 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 67,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 67,724 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 67,353 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 66,936 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 66,469 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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GOV 26W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 GOV 26W, 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

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What year was GOV 26W registered?

GOV 26W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 11 September 1980.

Is GOV 26W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOV 26W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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