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ETD 874J

1970 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,545 mi
Last recorded76,545 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETD 874J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 76,545 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 76,182 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 75,824 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 75,627 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 75,580 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 75,292 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 75,062 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 74,481 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 73,709 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 72,355 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 72,355 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2016 71,279 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 70,695 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 70,691 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 70,691 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 70,504 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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ETD 874J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 ETD 874J, 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 56 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 ETD 874J registered?

ETD 874J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is ETD 874J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETD 874J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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