MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,030 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front brake disc worn
under vehicle structure heavily undersealed
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
wiring loom at rear requires retaping
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
How Reliable is the MG Bgt?
Based on 23,228 MOT tests across 2,267 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EPE 838J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 EPE 838J, 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
How do I check the history of EPE 838J?
You can check the full history of EPE 838J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was EPE 838J registered?
EPE 838J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 11 January 1971.
Is EPE 838J safe to buy?
The MOT history for EPE 838J shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EPE 838J have outstanding finance?
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