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UGN 699W

1980 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,431 mi
Last recorded90,431 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Bgt56,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGN 699W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 90,431 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 90,325 miles

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 90,200 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 90,007 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 89,983 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 89,897 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 89,823 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 89,802 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 89,769 miles

both no plates damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2012 87,574 miles

both number plates damaged

Fail 7 Dec 2011 84,327 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both number plates damaged

Pass 7 Dec 2011 84,327 miles

both number plates damaged

Pass 26 Oct 2009 84,255 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 83,928 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 83,513 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 82,936 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

n/s/r tyre cracking. †rear and front number plates cracked.

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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UGN 699W is a 1980 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UGN 699W, 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 UGN 699W registered?

UGN 699W is a 1980 MG Bgt, first registered on 13 August 1980.

Is UGN 699W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGN 699W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UGN 699W have outstanding finance?

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