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ARP 699J

1971 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,713 mi
Last recorded42,713 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARP 699J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 42,713 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 41,993 miles

front screen cracked

Pass 29 Jul 2017 41,770 miles

windscreen has damage outside the swept area

Pass 12 Jul 2016 40,597 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 39,959 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 39,234 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 39,218 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 38,469 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 37,401 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 37,169 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 37,166 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 37,100 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 36,660 miles

front n/s kig pin slight play

Pass 3 Jul 2008 35,529 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 34,121 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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ARP 699J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 ARP 699J, 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 55 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 ARP 699J registered?

ARP 699J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is ARP 699J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARP 699J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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