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JCT 700W

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,308 mi
Last recorded12,308 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCT 700W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 12,308 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 12,240 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,218 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2017 12,179 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 12,012 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2014 11,974 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2013 11,881 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 11,881 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 11,527 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 10,998 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fluid leak from left rear hub

Pass 19 Nov 2010 10,639 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 9,948 miles

slight gearbox oil leak

slight oil leak on rear diff

Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,947 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

engine oil leak

trace of oil on nearside rear brake back plate

Pass 10 May 2007 9,944 miles

All tyres slighttly out of shape

No rear seat belts fitted

Offside Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

engine oil leak

oil on back of n/s/rear brake back plate

Pass 24 Apr 2006 9,927 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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JCT 700W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 JCT 700W, 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 JCT 700W registered?

JCT 700W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is JCT 700W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCT 700W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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