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GUB 172K

1972 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,527 mi
Last recorded10,527 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUB 172K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 10,527 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 7,709 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 4,939 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 2,276 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 99,460 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 99,456 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front subframe bolt locking device inafective

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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GUB 172K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GUB 172K, 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 GUB 172K?

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What year was GUB 172K registered?

GUB 172K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 23 March 1972.

Is GUB 172K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUB 172K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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