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CUB 90J

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,306 mi
Last recorded10,306 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUB 90J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 10,306 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 10,287 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 10,259 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 10,043 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 10,007 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 10,007 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 9,697 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 9,601 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,462 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 8,851 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,492 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 7,958 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 7,955 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s king pin has movement

Pass 6 Sep 2006 7,403 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 7,401 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

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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CUB 90J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CUB 90J, 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 CUB 90J registered?

CUB 90J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 12 February 1971.

Is CUB 90J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUB 90J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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