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TNM 80W

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,381 mi
Last recorded49,381 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNM 80W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 49,381 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 49,001 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 48,918 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 48,911 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 48,588 miles

entire underside of vehicle is coated with fresh wet underseal

Fail 9 May 2015 48,587 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

entire underside of vehicle is coated with fresh wet underseal

Pass 25 Apr 2014 48,054 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 48,054 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 47,406 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 47,039 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 46,378 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 46,377 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 46,354 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 46,354 miles

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

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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TNM 80W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TNM 80W, 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 TNM 80W?

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What year was TNM 80W registered?

TNM 80W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 March 1981.

Is TNM 80W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNM 80W shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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