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PRK 977W

1980 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,941 mi
Last recorded43,941 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRK 977W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 43,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear slight leak from rear axle seal

Fail 14 Aug 2020 43,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear slight leak from rear axle seal

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 43,600 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside headlamp aim on low limit

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear seat not fitted at time of test

rear seat belts not fitted by manufacture

Fail 6 Jun 2019 43,600 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside headlamp aim on low limit

Offside Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear seat not fitted at time of test

rear seat belts not fitted by manufacture

Pass 5 Aug 2016 43,567 miles

n/s/r brake back plate damp (oil)

Pass 22 May 2015 43,454 miles

both front tyre`s slightly deteriorated

slight leak from nearside rear hub seal

Pass 13 May 2014 43,204 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 43,098 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 43,074 miles

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 43,017 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 42,563 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 42,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PRK 977W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PRK 977W, 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 PRK 977W registered?

PRK 977W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 10 November 1980.

Is PRK 977W safe to buy?

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