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EAM 878L

1973 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,553 mi
Last recorded27,553 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAM 878L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 27,553 miles

Offside front wing slightly insecure

Rear propshaft universal joint has slight play

Pass 15 Jul 2016 26,728 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 26,058 miles

Both front wipers torn

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Steering column universal joint slightly worn (splines)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 26,057 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front wipers torn

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 9 Jul 2014 25,622 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

complete underside has a thick coating of underseal

prop shaft front universal joint has slight play

Fail 8 Jul 2014 25,622 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

complete underside has a thick coating of underseal

prop shaft front universal joint has slight play

Pass 11 Jul 2013 25,214 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

complete underside has a thick coating of underseal

Fail 9 Jul 2013 25,210 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

complete underside has a thick coating of underseal

Pass 11 Jul 2012 24,599 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 23,773 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 23,773 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

bad water leak

Pass 5 Jul 2010 23,383 miles

advise front suspension components corroded

advise slight wear at steering rack knuckle joints at both sides

Pass 7 Jul 2009 22,928 miles

advise front suspension components have a lot of surface corrosion

advise slight wear at steering rack knuckles

Fail 24 Jun 2009 22,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

advise front suspension components have a lot of surface corrosion

advise slight wear at steering rack knuckles

Pass 26 Jun 2008 22,079 miles

advise slight wear at steering rack

Pass 14 May 2007 21,726 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 21,726 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 21,484 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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EAM 878L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EAM 878L, 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 EAM 878L registered?

EAM 878L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 27 June 1973.

Is EAM 878L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAM 878L shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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