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FTR 723L

1972 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

61,095 mi
Last recorded61,095 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTR 723L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 61,095 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 60,253 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 59,586 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 58,210 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 56,779 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 56,779 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 55,578 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 54,726 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 53,478 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 51,602 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 49,918 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 49,882 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 48,747 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 45,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 45,459 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 44,501 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 44,127 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 44,041 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 44,041 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 43,986 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 43,852 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 43,684 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 43,684 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

exhuast loose at front clamp

n/s o/s top shock washers missing

prop bolts loose at front

Pass 3 Aug 2006 42,999 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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FTR 723L is a 1972 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1972 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 36,252 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 FTR 723L, 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 54 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 FTR 723L registered?

FTR 723L is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 23 October 1972.

Is FTR 723L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTR 723L shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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