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LFJ 610W

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,537 mi
Last recorded89,537 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFJ 610W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 89,537 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clutch slave cylinder hose twisted

reverse light not working

slight engine oil leak

slight play in front king pin joints

Pass 9 Sep 2020 88,742 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front slight play in both lower kin pin bearings

Pass 3 Jun 2019 88,658 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively and rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam o/s & n/s (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front number plate on front edge of bonnet

handbrake travel

main beam light

Fail 21 May 2019 88,649 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam o/s & n/s (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively and rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front number plate on front edge of bonnet

handbrake travel

main beam light

Pass 16 Feb 2018 87,867 miles

both front brakes binding when turned by hand

Pass 13 Sep 2016 87,408 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 87,342 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 86,556 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 86,550 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 86,376 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 86,332 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 86,332 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 86,314 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 86,314 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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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LFJ 610W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LFJ 610W, 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 LFJ 610W registered?

LFJ 610W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is LFJ 610W safe to buy?

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