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NGW 273W

1981 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,178 mi
Last recorded63,178 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGW 273W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 63,178 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 61,406 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 61,088 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 58,683 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 57,172 miles

both rear tyres old and sidewalls perishing

Pass 15 Feb 2012 56,923 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2011 55,814 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 55,636 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 55,636 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

n/s/r park brake effort low

Pass 14 Nov 2008 55,576 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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NGW 273W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 NGW 273W, 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 NGW 273W registered?

NGW 273W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is NGW 273W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGW 273W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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