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GVK 736K

1972 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,392 mi
Last recorded32,392 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVK 736K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 32,392 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 31,272 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2008 30,043 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 30,024 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 29,965 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GVK 736K is a 1972 MG Bgt in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GVK 736K, 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 GVK 736K?

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What year was GVK 736K registered?

GVK 736K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is GVK 736K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVK 736K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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