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FHJ 431D

1966 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

12,962 mi
Last recorded12,962 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 1966 MG Bgt21,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 431D
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 12,962 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 11,849 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 8,281 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 7,091 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 7,058 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 5,527 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 3,835 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 3,231 miles

slight play osf upper suspenion arm joint

Fail 24 Feb 2016 3,231 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play osf upper suspenion arm joint

Pass 23 Feb 2015 3,209 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 3,193 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 1,104 miles

slight rear brake application uneven

Pass 20 Sep 2012 125 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 125 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 856 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

front wipers deterating but still clearing screen

offside rear light lense slightly loose but not insecure

offside rear tyre has slight cuts in side wall but not exsposing cords

Fail 22 Sep 2011 856 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

front wipers deterating but still clearing screen

offside rear light lense slightly loose but not insecure

offside rear tyre has slight cuts in side wall but not exsposing cords

Pass 30 Sep 2010 336 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 72,034 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 72,034 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 72,034 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 72,032 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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FHJ 431D is a 1966 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1966 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 21,955 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 FHJ 431D, 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 60 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 FHJ 431D registered?

FHJ 431D is a 1966 MG Bgt, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is FHJ 431D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHJ 431D shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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