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TOE 79H

1970 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,559 mi
Last recorded19,559 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOE 79H
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 19,559 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 19,516 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion on o/s front wing

Fail 10 Jun 2013 19,502 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion on o/s front wing

Pass 7 Jun 2012 19,400 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight corrosion around bulkhead n/s and o/s

front propshaft uj worn

Fail 3 Jun 2011 19,167 miles

N/S rear hamd lever in to end of travel

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Stearing rack slight in rack & pinion,

Pass 3 Jun 2011 19,167 miles

N/S rear hamd lever in to end of travel

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Stearing rack slight in rack & pinion,

Pass 7 Jun 2010 18,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Rear Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

o/s rear wing cut away at bottom;

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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TOE 79H is a 1970 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 TOE 79H, 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 56 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 TOE 79H registered?

TOE 79H is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is TOE 79H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOE 79H shows 7 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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