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UVB 982T

1979 MG Mgbgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,790 mi
Last recorded85,790 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Mgbgt74,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVB 982T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 85,790 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 85,564 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 85,258 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 84,668 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 84,348 miles

slight noise both frontwheel bearings

Pass 27 Jul 2015 83,945 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 83,536 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 83,325 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 82,936 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2012 82,936 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2011 82,483 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 81,160 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 80,463 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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UVB 982T is a 1979 MG Mgbgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 74,269 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UVB 982T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgbgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UVB 982T?

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What year was UVB 982T registered?

UVB 982T is a 1979 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 7 February 1979.

Is UVB 982T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVB 982T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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