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NDN 787T

1978 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

4,678 mi
Last recorded4,678 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDN 787T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 4,678 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 4,401 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 4,182 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 4,182 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 3,995 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 2,231 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 2,231 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 1,196 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007
Fail 18 Oct 2007

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 5 Sep 2006 78,228 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 78,228 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 74,529 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 74,529 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

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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NDN 787T is a 1978 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1978 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 53,633 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 NDN 787T, 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 48 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 NDN 787T registered?

NDN 787T is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 14 November 1978.

Is NDN 787T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDN 787T shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NDN 787T have outstanding finance?

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