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TUE 833R

1977 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,291 mi
Last recorded40,291 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUE 833R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 40,291 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 40,283 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 40,220 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 40,018 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 40,015 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 39,995 miles

N/S/ FRONT WHEEL BEARRING SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 39,991 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 39,975 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

N/S/F TOP TRUNION BUSH SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 39,975 miles

N/S/F TOP TRUNION BUSH SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 39,967 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 39,961 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2007 39,196 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 39,170 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 39,157 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

LARGE OIL LEAK (ENGINE)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2005 39,048 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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TUE 833R is a 1977 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TUE 833R, 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

How do I check the history of TUE 833R?

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What year was TUE 833R registered?

TUE 833R is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 June 1977.

Is TUE 833R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUE 833R shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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