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UDB 535S

1977 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,875 mi
Last recorded21,875 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDB 535S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 21,875 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 21,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 20,407 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,924 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 19,916 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 May 2017 19,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 18,554 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 16,480 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 15,168 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 May 2012 13,534 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 12,171 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 May 2011 12,171 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2010 11,472 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 10,111 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 9,339 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2008 9,339 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 7,847 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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UDB 535S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UDB 535S, 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

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What year was UDB 535S registered?

UDB 535S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is UDB 535S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDB 535S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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