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ODE 851R

1977 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,656 mi
Last recorded78,656 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODE 851R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2017 78,656 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 78,475 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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ODE 851R is a 1977 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 47,418 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 ODE 851R, 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 49 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 ODE 851R registered?

ODE 851R is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 20 July 1977.

Is ODE 851R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODE 851R shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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