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PHT 815R

1977 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,529 mi
Last recorded62,529 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHT 815R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 62,529 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 62,515 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 62,515 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 62,511 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 62,500 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 62,477 miles

both front brake hoses starting to perish

o/s/r tyre cracking

rear axle straps deteriated

slight play in both front kingpins

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 29 Jul 2010 62,439 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 62,434 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 62,434 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 62,420 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 62,420 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 62,403 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 62,397 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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PHT 815R is a 1977 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PHT 815R, 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 PHT 815R registered?

PHT 815R is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is PHT 815R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHT 815R shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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