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SVV 204W

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,530 mi
Last recorded56,530 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVV 204W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 56,530 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 56,516 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 56,416 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 56,210 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,209 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 56,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 56,191 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 56,191 miles

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

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 55,990 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 55,988 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 55,795 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 55,793 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 55,792 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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SVV 204W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1980 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,233 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 SVV 204W, 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 46 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 SVV 204W?

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What year was SVV 204W registered?

SVV 204W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is SVV 204W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVV 204W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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