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BUO 157L

1973 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,779 mi
Last recorded50,779 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2006
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUO 157L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2006 50,779 miles

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

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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BUO 157L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BUO 157L, 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 BUO 157L registered?

BUO 157L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is BUO 157L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUO 157L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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