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GPJ 377K

1971 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,911 mi
Last recorded71,911 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPJ 377K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 May 2014 71,911 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

both door panels rusty & nearside front wing lower

offside & nearside front tyres cracking tread

underside surface corrosion front to rear

Pass 4 Jun 2008 71,404 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

front lower wishbones rusty.

slight play in steering rack o/s. driver,s door panel rusty. n/s/front wing rusty. corrosion in chassis rail n/s.

some scratches front screen.

Fail 3 Jun 2008 71,402 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

front lower wishbones rusty.

slight play in steering rack o/s. driver,s door panel rusty. n/s/front wing rusty. corrosion in chassis rail n/s.

some scratches front screen.

Pass 11 Nov 2005 71,000 miles

oil leaks from engine, gearbox and diff †centre exhaust close to body

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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GPJ 377K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GPJ 377K, 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 GPJ 377K registered?

GPJ 377K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is GPJ 377K safe to buy?

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