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KBW 416S

1978 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,429 mi
Last recorded19,429 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2013
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBW 416S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2013 19,429 miles

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

slight play in offside king pin

Fail 14 Nov 2013 19,422 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

slight play in offside king pin

Fail 22 Aug 2013 19,391 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

possible fault with light switch as no sidelights came on initially but once switch operated several times is now working OK. Corrosion to floor on drivers side front footwell.

Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,394 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 18,376 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 18,374 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,360 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,320 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 18,320 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 15,929 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 May 2006 12,225 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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KBW 416S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 53,633 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 KBW 416S, 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 48 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KBW 416S registered?

KBW 416S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 10 March 1978.

Is KBW 416S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBW 416S shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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