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KCS 565W

1980 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,029 mi
Last recorded8,029 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCS 565W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 8,029 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 7,842 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

slight seepage from clutch slave cylinder

Pass 10 Oct 2019 7,538 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 7,323 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 7,123 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 7,093 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 6,888 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 6,870 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 6,870 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTING IN POOR CONDITION.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,621 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES OUTER SIDEWALLS PERISHED BADLY.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

NEARSIDE WASHER JET POOR OPERATION.

OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE PADS THICKNESS LOW

SPARE WHEEL SOFT.

Pass 4 Aug 2011 6,349 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 5,342 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 5,312 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 4,636 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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KCS 565W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KCS 565W, 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 KCS 565W registered?

KCS 565W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is KCS 565W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCS 565W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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