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ARA 596L

1972 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,856 mi
Last recorded43,856 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARA 596L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 43,856 miles

Nearside Front brake binding

slight crossion all round

Pass 26 May 2016 43,846 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 26 May 2016 43,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2015 43,834 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2015 43,834 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 43,786 miles

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

n/s/f wiper blade split but still clears the windscreen

slight play in n/s/f king pin bush

Pass 23 May 2013 43,764 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 43,722 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 43,652 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 43,581 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 43,465 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,358 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 43,247 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 42,936 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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ARA 596L is a 1972 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ARA 596L, 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

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What year was ARA 596L registered?

ARA 596L is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 December 1972.

Is ARA 596L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARA 596L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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