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HJM 716W

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

80,465 mi
Last recorded80,465 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2009
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJM 716W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2009 80,465 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jul 2009 80,465 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2008 80,358 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2008 80,358 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 79,976 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 79,538 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 79,538 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2005 79,036 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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HJM 716W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HJM 716W, 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 HJM 716W?

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What year was HJM 716W registered?

HJM 716W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 November 1980.

Is HJM 716W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJM 716W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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