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LUF 417W

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,327 mi
Last recorded61,327 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUF 417W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 61,327 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 61,321 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 61,180 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 60,863 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 60,347 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 59,951 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 59,951 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 May 2011 59,693 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 59,693 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 59,222 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 57,146 miles

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

slight play both front kingpins

Pass 21 Apr 2009 57,146 miles

slight play both front kingpins

Pass 3 Apr 2008 56,439 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

covers over outer sills

offside rear brake backing plate slighty damp

slight play in steering rack

Fail 31 Mar 2008 56,439 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

covers over outer sills

offside rear brake backing plate slighty damp

slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 Apr 2007 55,350 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 55,350 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 May 2006 54,275 miles

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 11 May 2006 54,275 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Main beam warning not working

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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LUF 417W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 LUF 417W, 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 45 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LUF 417W registered?

LUF 417W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is LUF 417W safe to buy?

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