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DRL 525K

1972 MG Bgt

Gold Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,447 mi
Last recorded44,447 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRL 525K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 44,447 miles

slight play in nearside front lower trunion

Fail 8 Jun 2017 44,445 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

slight play in nearside front lower trunion

Pass 31 May 2016 44,423 miles

slight brake binding

slight play nearside front lower trunion

Pass 2 Jun 2015 44,382 miles

slight play in king pins

Pass 10 Jun 2014 44,313 miles

slight play in king pins

Pass 24 May 2013 44,211 miles

slight play in king pins

slight play in rear prop u j

Pass 14 Jun 2012 44,108 miles

play in nearside front king pin

play rear prop u j

Pass 26 May 2011 44,009 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 43,887 miles

slight play in front king pins

Pass 9 Jun 2009 43,786 miles

slight wear in front king pins

Pass 10 Jun 2008 43,544 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 43,544 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 43,184 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear/propshaft/uj/slight/wear

Pass 26 May 2006 42,452 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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DRL 525K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Gold with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DRL 525K, 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.

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What year was DRL 525K registered?

DRL 525K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is DRL 525K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRL 525K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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