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AAM 790L

1972 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,591 mi
Last recorded54,591 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAM 790L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 54,591 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 54,590 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 54,400 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 54,400 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 53,420 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 52,720 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 52,431 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 52,425 miles

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

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

hand brake poor

n/s/f wheel rim damaged (inner)

play in n/s upper suspension joint

play in n/s wheel bearing

Pass 13 Sep 2010 52,064 miles

O/S MAIN CHASSIS-FRONT OF FLOOR PAN AND CENTRE WEAK WITH CORROSION.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 51,770 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 51,424 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 51,167 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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AAM 790L is a 1972 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 36,252 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 AAM 790L, 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 54 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 AAM 790L?

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What year was AAM 790L registered?

AAM 790L is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is AAM 790L safe to buy?

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