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XUH 900T

1979 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,426 mi
Last recorded75,426 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUH 900T
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 75,426 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 75,426 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2018 74,591 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 74,183 miles

Front brake pipes covered in grease preventing full inspection

Oil leak ()

thick layer of underseal applied to underside of vehicle chassis and body preventing full inspection

Pass 12 Jun 2015 73,823 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 73,301 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 72,626 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 71,779 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 71,779 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 70,940 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 70,060 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 67,731 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 66,682 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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XUH 900T is a 1979 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XUH 900T, 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 XUH 900T?

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What year was XUH 900T registered?

XUH 900T is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is XUH 900T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUH 900T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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