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TYD 90W

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,732 mi
Last recorded19,732 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYD 90W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 19,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 18,486 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 17,941 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 16,838 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 16,786 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 16,705 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 16,705 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 16,624 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 16,526 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 16,446 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2012 16,388 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,250 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 16,181 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 15,964 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2009 15,961 miles

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2008 15,903 miles

Nearside headlamp light defusing

Fail 12 Jun 2008 15,903 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Mechanical brake component securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1i)

Nearside headlamp light defusing

Pass 21 May 2007 15,816 miles

Nearside headlamp light defused

Pass 25 May 2006 15,640 miles

very slight play in n/s of steering rack

Pass 4 Jun 2005 15,531 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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TYD 90W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 TYD 90W, 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

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What year was TYD 90W registered?

TYD 90W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 November 1980.

Is TYD 90W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYD 90W shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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