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JFG 502V

1980 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,734 mi
Last recorded96,734 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFG 502V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 96,734 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 96,734 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 96,641 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 96,115 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 96,090 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2016 95,933 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 95,933 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 95,867 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 95,865 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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JFG 502V is a 1980 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JFG 502V, 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 JFG 502V registered?

JFG 502V is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is JFG 502V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFG 502V shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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