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SOX 93S

1977 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,470 mi
Last recorded74,470 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOX 93S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 74,470 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 74,280 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 74,107 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 73,881 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 73,463 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 73,039 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Oct 2015 73,039 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 72,616 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 72,248 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 71,957 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 71,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 71,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 71,068 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 70,596 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 70,596 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 68,980 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 68,219 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 67,423 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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SOX 93S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SOX 93S, 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 SOX 93S registered?

SOX 93S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 18 October 1977.

Is SOX 93S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOX 93S shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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