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SDG 191W

1981 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,878 mi
Last recorded96,878 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDG 191W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 96,878 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 96,601 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 95,499 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 94,900 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 94,900 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 94,628 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 94,611 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 94,097 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 93,428 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 92,780 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 92,780 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 92,542 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 92,345 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 90,905 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 90,957 miles

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

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

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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SDG 191W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 SDG 191W, 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

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What year was SDG 191W registered?

SDG 191W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is SDG 191W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDG 191W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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