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CVY 886K

1972 MG Bgt

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

8,537 mi
Last recorded8,537 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVY 886K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 8,537 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 6,710 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 4,587 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 3,827 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 3,757 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 1,608 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 306 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 53,605 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 52,628 miles

bonding deteriorated centre exhaust mounting but exhaust secure

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2015 51,068 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 51,068 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 49,937 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 49,815 miles

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

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 48,729 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2012 47,834 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 46,772 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 45,581 miles

has corrosion on floor but over 30 cm away from spring mounting

Pass 1 Dec 2008 45,471 miles

adivse o/s front lower susspension link slight play

Pass 26 Nov 2007 43,841 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 7 Dec 2006 37,839 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 37,826 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 32,565 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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CVY 886K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CVY 886K, 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

How do I check the history of CVY 886K?

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What year was CVY 886K registered?

CVY 886K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is CVY 886K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVY 886K shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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