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MGB 480N

1980 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,319 mi
Last recorded35,319 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 480N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 35,319 miles

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

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

reverse lights not working

Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all four tyres 17 years old

reverse lights not working

Fail 11 Apr 2019 34,251 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all four tyres 17 years old

reverse lights not working

Pass 30 May 2018 33,579 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive timing cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all four tyres over ten years old

hand brake cable support bracket deteriorated

Pass 19 Apr 2017 32,817 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 32,198 miles

REAR EXHAUST RUBBERS SPLIT

SLIGHT GEAR OIL LEAKS

Fail 9 Mar 2016 32,198 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported MOUNTING BROKEN (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement HANDBRAKE (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

REAR EXHAUST RUBBERS SPLIT

SLIGHT GEAR OIL LEAKS

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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MGB 480N is a 1980 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 MGB 480N, 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 MGB 480N registered?

MGB 480N is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is MGB 480N safe to buy?

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