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BLG 127M

1972 MG Mgbgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

68,396 mi
Last recorded68,396 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Mgbgt37,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLG 127M
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 68,396 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated both (2.2.D.2d)

wiper blades deteriorated but clearing screen

Fail 7 Jul 2016 68,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated both (2.2.D.2d)

wiper blades deteriorated but clearing screen

Pass 19 Oct 2011 68,163 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 68,163 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 67,893 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 67,876 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 67,861 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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BLG 127M is a 1972 MG Mgbgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 37,229 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLG 127M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BLG 127M registered?

BLG 127M is a 1972 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is BLG 127M safe to buy?

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