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PBX 861R

1977 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,850 mi
Last recorded65,850 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBX 861R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 65,850 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 65,837 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 65,602 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 65,602 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2006 65,555 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 4 Jun 2005 65,369 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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PBX 861R is a 1977 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PBX 861R, 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

How do I check the history of PBX 861R?

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What year was PBX 861R registered?

PBX 861R is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is PBX 861R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBX 861R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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