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ANW 826J

1970 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,803 mi
Last recorded25,803 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANW 826J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 25,803 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 25,614 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,160 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 24,806 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 24,806 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 24,022 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 24,022 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 23,205 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 23,205 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,943 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,187 miles

front inner wings corroding

front sub frame corroding

Pass 20 May 2010 21,447 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 21,441 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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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ANW 826J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 ANW 826J, 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 56 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ANW 826J registered?

ANW 826J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 15 December 1970.

Is ANW 826J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANW 826J shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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