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BFJ 440L

1973 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,558 mi
Last recorded15,558 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFJ 440L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 15,558 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 15,428 miles

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

vac advance pipe unserviceable

various oil leaks not excessive

Pass 18 Oct 2018 15,378 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 15,150 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 15,005 miles

REAR TYRE DIFFERENT SIZE TO FRONT

Pass 16 Oct 2015 14,830 miles

nearside front inner wing slight corrosion.

Pass 4 Nov 2014 14,466 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 64,299 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 64,127 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 63,796 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 63,793 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 14,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 14,259 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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BFJ 440L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1973 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 39,697 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 BFJ 440L, 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 53 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 BFJ 440L registered?

BFJ 440L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 12 February 1973.

Is BFJ 440L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFJ 440L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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