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MTE 989R

1976 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,962 mi
Last recorded3,962 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Bgt64,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTE 989R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2017 3,962 miles

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine,gearbox and rear axle damp with oil

nearside rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2016 99,359 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive os and ns door steps (5.2.6)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive os and ns rear inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 96,567 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear and covered with underseal (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 92,930 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery tray starting to crack ,advise repair

metal brake pipes have been greased for protection

ns rear axle oil leak

os front brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 4 Jul 2013 87,908 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 85,053 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 84,529 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 26 May 2011 84,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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MTE 989R is a 1976 MG Bgt in Red with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 64,735 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 MTE 989R, 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 50 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTE 989R registered?

MTE 989R is a 1976 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is MTE 989R safe to buy?

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