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SKW 15S

1977 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

29,549 mi
Last recorded29,549 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKW 15S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 29,549 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed visual inspection impaired

Pass 18 Apr 2016 29,428 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened rear bracket (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened rear bracket (2.4.B.6d)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2016 29,423 miles

Fuel system component leaking banjo fitting at fuel pump (7.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened rear bracket (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened rear bracket (2.4.B.6d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 28,946 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 28,946 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 27,801 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 27,794 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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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SKW 15S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 SKW 15S, 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 SKW 15S registered?

SKW 15S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 September 1977.

Is SKW 15S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKW 15S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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