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RUE 652W

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,068 mi
Last recorded56,068 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUE 652W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 May 2019 56,068 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 54,980 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 54,210 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,138 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 51,197 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 49,666 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 47,917 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 46,617 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 45,174 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 45,112 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 44,745 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 44,009 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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RUE 652W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 RUE 652W, 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 45 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUE 652W?

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What year was RUE 652W registered?

RUE 652W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is RUE 652W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUE 652W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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