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RBV 566P

1976 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

934 mi
Last recorded934 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1976 MG Bgt64,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBV 566P
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 934 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear sight binding

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Jul 2016 932 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear sight binding

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jun 2015 174 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 98,998 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorated

both rear leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 May 2013 97,884 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 96,889 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 95,352 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 94,282 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 94,276 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 93,255 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 91,543 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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RBV 566P is a 1976 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1976 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 64,735 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 RBV 566P, 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 50 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 RBV 566P registered?

RBV 566P is a 1976 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 March 1976.

Is RBV 566P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBV 566P shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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