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WWD 255S

1977 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,955 mi
Last recorded53,955 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWD 255S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 53,955 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 53,819 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 53,777 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 53,017 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 52,298 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 52,298 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 50,881 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 49,949 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 48,110 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 43,319 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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WWD 255S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WWD 255S, 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

How do I check the history of WWD 255S?

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What year was WWD 255S registered?

WWD 255S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 15 December 1977.

Is WWD 255S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWD 255S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WWD 255S have outstanding finance?

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