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GFD 500K

1972 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFD 500K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014
Pass 28 Apr 2008 41,667 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 41,533 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 41,533 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 May 2006 41,416 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 41,416 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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GFD 500K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GFD 500K, 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

How do I check the history of GFD 500K?

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What year was GFD 500K registered?

GFD 500K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 10 March 1972.

Is GFD 500K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFD 500K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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