CarVerify

Free Car Check

KPG 246W

1980 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,399 mi
Last recorded72,399 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPG 246W
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 72,399 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 71,223 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 70,309 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 69,435 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 68,585 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 67,616 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 66,642 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 66,131 miles

drivers side wing mirror lose

excessive oil leaks from engine,transmission & differentail units

hazard lights inop (poss switch required)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 66,131 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

drivers side wing mirror lose

excessive oil leaks from engine,transmission & differentail units

hazard lights inop (poss switch required)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 65,022 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 61,080 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 59,540 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 59,022 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 58,359 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 57,651 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 57,648 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 57,326 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
Full MG Mgb GT reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KPG 246W is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPG 246W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KPG 246W?

You can check the full history of KPG 246W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KPG 246W registered?

KPG 246W is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPG 246W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPG 246W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KPG 246W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KPG 246W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.