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WHG 881V

1979 MG Mgbgt

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

3,980 mi
Last recorded3,980 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 MG Mgbgt74,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHG 881V
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 3,980 miles

light corrosion to front/rear underbody/suspension areas

Fail 28 May 2025 3,932 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Light Corrosion To Front / Rear Under Body / suspension

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring Hanger Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring Hanger Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 3,736 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 3,736 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2019 3,674 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 3,631 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 3,631 miles

Fuel system component leaking Pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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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WHG 881V is a 1979 MG Mgbgt in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 WHG 881V, 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 WHG 881V?

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What year was WHG 881V registered?

WHG 881V is a 1979 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is WHG 881V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHG 881V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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