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ONM 528V

1980 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

83,554 mi
Last recorded83,554 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONM 528V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 83,554 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 83,400 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 83,134 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 83,095 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 82,987 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 82,973 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 82,973 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 82,959 miles

Slight damage to n/s/f steering rack gaitor...Both front wheel bearings running dry...

Pass 6 May 2011 82,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 May 2011 82,707 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2010 82,139 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 82,130 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 21 May 2009 81,571 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 80,531 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2008 80,531 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 78,608 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 77,551 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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ONM 528V is a 1980 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1980 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,233 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 ONM 528V, 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 46 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 ONM 528V registered?

ONM 528V is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is ONM 528V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONM 528V shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONM 528V have outstanding finance?

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