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WUK 20T

1979 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

84,172 mi
Last recorded84,172 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUK 20T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 84,172 miles

Nearside Front Upper shocker worn,

Offside Front Upper shocker worn,

Fail 23 Nov 2019 84,169 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 83,903 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 82,791 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 81,831 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 81,828 miles

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

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

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

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

corrosion on n/s/f sill corner panel and wing

Pass 9 May 2015 81,761 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 81,597 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 80,882 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear tyres wearing thin

Pass 30 Apr 2012 80,005 miles

rear tyres wearing thin

Pass 6 May 2011 79,023 miles

Propshaft component defective

Fail 6 May 2011 79,023 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Propshaft component defective

Pass 11 May 2010 78,023 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 78,019 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre wearing thin

o/s/r axle shaft oil seal leaking

Pass 6 May 2009 76,820 miles

front pads and discs wearing

Fail 6 May 2009 76,820 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front pads and discs wearing

Pass 1 May 2008 75,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 73,882 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 72,385 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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WUK 20T is a 1979 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1979 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 53,129 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 WUK 20T, 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 47 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WUK 20T?

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What year was WUK 20T registered?

WUK 20T is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is WUK 20T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUK 20T shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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