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CFD 55J

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

68,860 mi
Last recorded68,860 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFD 55J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 68,860 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 Aug 2009 55,779 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 55,779 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 65,759 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 65,746 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 65,685 miles

os end of steering rack slightly worn

Fail 20 Aug 2007 65,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

offside end of steering rack slight wear

Pass 25 Aug 2006 65,583 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

windscreen scratched

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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CFD 55J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CFD 55J, 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 CFD 55J registered?

CFD 55J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is CFD 55J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFD 55J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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