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NFX 990W

1981 MG Bgt

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,924 mi
Last recorded62,924 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFX 990W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 62,924 miles

Nearside Rear axel check strap outer covering damaged

Nearside sill cover fitted

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside sill cover fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2021 62,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle front hub excessive up and down movement (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear axel check strap outer covering damaged

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 62,887 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 62,887 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2019 62,855 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 62,855 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 62,430 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 62,418 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 61,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 60,899 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 60,898 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 60,668 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 60,349 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 60,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 60,311 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 60,309 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

front suspension could do with greasing

Pass 5 Jun 2009 59,053 miles

Nearside front shock absorber has a slight misting of oil.

Offside chassis outrigger corroded but not within a prescribed area.

Offside chassis rail corroded but not within a prescribed area.

Pass 4 Jun 2008 57,767 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 57,641 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 57,610 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2005 57,402 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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NFX 990W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 NFX 990W, 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 45 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 NFX 990W registered?

NFX 990W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is NFX 990W safe to buy?

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