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MGZ 442

1980 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,263 mi
Last recorded64,263 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 442
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 64,263 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 63,460 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 63,409 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 63,401 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 61,107 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 56,212 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 56,212 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 54,527 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 53,206 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,418 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 6 Aug 2014 51,415 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 22 May 2013 49,680 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 46,919 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 45,854 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 43,299 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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MGZ 442 is a 1980 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MGZ 442, 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 MGZ 442 registered?

MGZ 442 is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is MGZ 442 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 442 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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