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GTP 165N

1975 MG Bgt

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,022 mi
Last recorded48,022 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTP 165N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 48,022 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 46,073 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 45,201 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 45,201 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,064 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 41,587 miles

n/s/r suspension re-bound strap torn

Pass 20 Jun 2012 39,672 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 37,498 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 26 Jul 2010 35,568 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 35,568 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 33,631 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 32,191 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 32,191 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 30,200 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 28,386 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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GTP 165N is a 1975 MG Bgt in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 48,117 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 GTP 165N, 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 51 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 GTP 165N?

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What year was GTP 165N registered?

GTP 165N is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 28 February 1975.

Is GTP 165N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTP 165N shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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