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CJH 435K

1972 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,085 mi
Last recorded97,085 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJH 435K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 97,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 97,083 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 97,064 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 97,064 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 97,027 miles

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

slight play in steering rack drumstick on off side

Fail 25 Jun 2015 98,018 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

slight play in steering rack drumstick on off side

Pass 19 Oct 2013 97,013 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 96,994 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 96,993 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2011 96,965 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 96,874 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 96,762 miles

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 96,674 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 96,674 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

park brake has little reserve travel

Pass 28 Jul 2006 96,495 miles

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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CJH 435K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 36,252 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 CJH 435K, 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 54 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 CJH 435K registered?

CJH 435K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 13 April 1972.

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