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FCH 860J

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,384 mi
Last recorded58,384 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCH 860J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 58,384 miles

steering rack notchy and worn

Fail 1 Aug 2017 58,379 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking at fuel pump (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

steering rack notchy and worn

Pass 5 Aug 2016 58,237 miles

play in steering rack and notchy

slight play in suspension n/s/f top joint

Fail 3 Aug 2016 58,233 miles

Fuel system component leaking leak at pump (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in steering rack and notchy

slight play in suspension n/s/f top joint

Pass 25 Jul 2015 58,226 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 58,097 miles

slight play n/s/f suspension

steering rack slightly notchy

Pass 16 Jul 2013 58,053 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

nearside front wing lower edge at sill insecure

Pass 25 Jul 2012 58,036 miles

rear springs detioriated

underside corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2011 57,992 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 57,933 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Jul 2009 57,858 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 57,842 miles

Oil leak

exhaust blowing at rear

slight play in n/s king pin

slight play in o/s track rod

Pass 13 Jul 2007 57,836 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 57,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

exhaust corroded at rear. †slight play in n/s king pin.

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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FCH 860J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FCH 860J, 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 FCH 860J registered?

FCH 860J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 23 March 1971.

Is FCH 860J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCH 860J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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