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HEC 27X

1981 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

79,147 mi
Last recorded79,147 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEC 27X
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 79,147 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 77,601 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 76,092 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 75,548 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 75,548 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 74,864 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 73,560 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 72,333 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 72,027 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 72,027 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 71,033 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 70,148 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 69,274 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 68,649 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 68,626 miles

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 68,048 miles

Nearside Inner Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 66,558 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 May 2011 66,558 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2010 64,697 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 63,768 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 62,168 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 62,162 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 May 2007 60,269 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 58,680 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 58,668 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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HEC 27X is a 1981 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 HEC 27X, 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 45 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 HEC 27X registered?

HEC 27X is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is HEC 27X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEC 27X shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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