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BEL 101K

1972 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,965 mi
Last recorded82,965 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEL 101K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 82,965 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 81,575 miles

Front coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Jun 2017 81,574 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 May 2016 80,849 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 80,278 miles

All Four Tyres Slightly Perished But No Cords Visable

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 80,210 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 80,084 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 79,736 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 79,328 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 28 Sep 2010 79,313 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 78,855 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 76,412 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 74,162 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 73,451 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 73,451 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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BEL 101K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BEL 101K, 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 BEL 101K registered?

BEL 101K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 8 June 1972.

Is BEL 101K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEL 101K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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