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MGB 944V

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

66,542 mi
Last recorded66,542 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 944V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 66,542 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2024 66,351 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch pedal rubber insecure.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold/front flange area. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 65,014 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Centre. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge.1.8mm tread depth left. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension bump stop missing.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. 1.93mm tread depth left. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 65,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Both rear fog lamps not working.

Exhaust mounting defective Centre. (6.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Engine coolant leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge.1.8mm tread depth left. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension bump stop missing.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. 1.93mm tread depth left. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 63,943 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 63,263 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 63,240 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 62,092 miles

oil leak

rear crossmember corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2018 61,094 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 59,869 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 58,876 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 58,777 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 57,292 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 56,254 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 54,636 miles

centre rear valance/crossmember corroded

Fail 22 May 2013 54,631 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

centre rear valance/crossmember corroded

Pass 22 May 2012 53,114 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 51,190 miles

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

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

Oil leak

both wiper blades split on ends

Pass 29 Jul 2009 49,385 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 48,043 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 48,039 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 45,207 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 45,201 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 43,253 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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MGB 944V is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 944V, 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 944V registered?

MGB 944V is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 6 May 1980.

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