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EGB 949K

1971 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,947 mi
Last recorded57,947 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGB 949K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 57,947 miles

Vehicle under-sealed

Pass 17 Jul 2017 57,764 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 57,531 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 57,531 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 57,440 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 57,440 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 57,043 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2010 57,043 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 56,813 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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EGB 949K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EGB 949K, 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 EGB 949K registered?

EGB 949K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is EGB 949K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGB 949K shows 9 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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