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VRS 222S

1977 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,679 mi
Last recorded6,679 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRS 222S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 6,679 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 5,825 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 5,130 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 5,123 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 4,540 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 4,291 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 3,712 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 3,117 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 1,805 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 1,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 5,097 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 9,284 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,525 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 5,830 miles

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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VRS 222S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VRS 222S, 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 VRS 222S registered?

VRS 222S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is VRS 222S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRS 222S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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