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UPW 819X

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,298 mi
Last recorded82,298 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPW 819X
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 82,298 miles

Offside front floor corroded but not in a pescribed area

Pass 22 Apr 2017 82,262 miles

small hole in o/s/f floor but not in a prescribed area

Pass 16 Apr 2016 82,201 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 82,093 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 81,993 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 81,910 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 81,755 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 81,433 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 81,000 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 80,987 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 80,971 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 80,971 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 80,957 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 80,957 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 80,865 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 80,855 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

oil leak

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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UPW 819X is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 UPW 819X, 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 45 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 UPW 819X registered?

UPW 819X is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UPW 819X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPW 819X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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