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CAF 697K

1972 MG Mgbgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,827 mi
Last recorded90,827 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2020
Typical for 1972 MG Mgbgt37,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAF 697K
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2020 90,827 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing *** all *** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 88,506 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 86,654 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil damper (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 85,289 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 85,289 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 84,664 miles

the under body is heavly undersealed

Fail 5 May 2015 84,664 miles

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

the under body is heavly undersealed

Pass 5 Sep 2014 84,589 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 83,950 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 83,114 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 82,384 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 81,745 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 79,588 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 78,427 miles

slight travel in hand brake lever.

Pass 21 May 2007 75,732 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 75,683 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Lower Steering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

engine oil leaking from rear main seal area

front brake pads getting low

slight play in steering wheel side to side

Pass 15 May 2006 731,147 miles

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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CAF 697K is a 1972 MG Mgbgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CAF 697K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAF 697K registered?

CAF 697K is a 1972 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 13 January 1972.

Is CAF 697K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAF 697K shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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