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CMR 120L

1973 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,614 mi
Last recorded7,614 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMR 120L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 7,614 miles

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

Nearside and offside front kingpins slightly worn

Play in steering rack and pinion

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

Fail 24 Aug 2017 7,614 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside and offside front kingpins slightly worn

Play in steering rack and pinion

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 6,960 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 3,648 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 3,648 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 1,189 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 20,955 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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CMR 120L is a 1973 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 CMR 120L, 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 CMR 120L registered?

CMR 120L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 2 February 1973.

Is CMR 120L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMR 120L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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