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VBC 940S

1977 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

3,714 mi
Last recorded3,714 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBC 940S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 3,714 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 3,713 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak bottom hose/radiator ()

Main beam warning light not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 3,028 miles

Central Rear Exhaust pipe mounting broken but system is still adequately supported

Offside Front Slight play in king pin bearing

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front leaf spring bushes worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Fail 27 Jul 2017 3,027 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Lens full of condensation (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake cable insecure Broken mounting on diff (3.5.1d)

Central Rear Exhaust pipe mounting broken but system is still adequately supported

Offside Front Slight play in king pin bearing

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front leaf spring bushes worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 28 Jul 2016 372 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 370 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 99,088 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 99,088 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 77,994 miles

Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 97,994 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 97,957 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 97,680 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 97,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 96,666 miles

both rear and n/s front tyres are all worn on edges and nearing legal limit

n/s seat belt slow to retract and will only do so with manual assistance

parts of vehicle structure weak with corrosion

slight play felt in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering rack

Fail 5 Apr 2006 96,645 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both rear and the n/s front tyres are all worn on edges and nearing legal limit

n/s seat belt slow to retract and will only do so with manual assistance

slight play felt in both front wheel bearings

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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VBC 940S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VBC 940S, 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 VBC 940S registered?

VBC 940S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 2 November 1977.

Is VBC 940S safe to buy?

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