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CTO 942K

1972 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,173 mi
Last recorded53,173 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTO 942K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 53,173 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner sill to floor plan slight corrosion

Offside Front Inner sill slight corrosion

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2017 53,116 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 53,116 miles

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

rear brake binding nearside and offside (3.7.B.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 52,964 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 50,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 49,768 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 48,960 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 48,952 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 48,733 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

both rear tyres some cracking to sidewall

slight lift in o/s kingpin

Pass 8 Jan 2007 48,691 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls cracked

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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CTO 942K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CTO 942K, 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 CTO 942K registered?

CTO 942K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is CTO 942K safe to buy?

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