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BRE 175J

1971 MG Unknown

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,345 mi
Last recorded12,345 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRE 175J
MakeMG
ModelUnknown
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 12,345 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 11,402 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 10,500 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2022 10,484 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 8,100 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 6,565 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin bush has slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the MG Unknown?

Based on 711 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,492
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 5
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5
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BRE 175J is a 1971 MG Unknown in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a MG Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRE 175J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 55 years old, this MG Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRE 175J?

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What year was BRE 175J registered?

BRE 175J is a 1971 MG Unknown, first registered on 14 June 1971.

Is BRE 175J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRE 175J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRE 175J have outstanding finance?

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