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XGF 499W

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,744 mi
Last recorded49,744 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGF 499W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 49,744 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 49,161 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 48,288 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 47,011 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 46,995 miles

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2006 42,796 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 42,796 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2006 42,796 miles

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

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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XGF 499W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 XGF 499W, 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 45 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 XGF 499W?

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What year was XGF 499W registered?

XGF 499W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 11 February 1981.

Is XGF 499W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGF 499W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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