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ATE 423J

1970 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,118 mi
Last recorded30,118 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATE 423J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 30,118 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 30,096 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring mounting/inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 56% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play upper and lower (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 23,314 miles

advise lift in front supsension joints advise holes in o/s/f and n/s/f floor areas advise vehicle structure corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2014 23,287 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise lift in front supsension joints advise holes in o/s/f and n/s/f floor areas advise vehicle structure corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2013 22,241 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 22,232 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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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ATE 423J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 ATE 423J, 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 ATE 423J registered?

ATE 423J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 20 August 1970.

Is ATE 423J safe to buy?

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