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BRU 121K

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,671 mi
Last recorded56,671 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 121K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 56,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 56,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 55,563 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 54,853 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 53,586 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 52,802 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 52,721 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short live above battery (1.9.2b)

Fail 18 Feb 2016 52,721 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short live above battery (1.9.2b)

Nearside Steering retaining device insecure rack adj nut loose (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 52,597 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 52,569 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 52,448 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 52,054 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 52,050 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 49,978 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 49,974 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BRU 121K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 BRU 121K, 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 55 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 BRU 121K registered?

BRU 121K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is BRU 121K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRU 121K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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