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GWT 140J

1970 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,551 mi
Last recorded85,551 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWT 140J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 85,551 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 85,508 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 85,156 miles

Bolt missing from exhaust manifold

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

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

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

Oil leak

Oil leak from differential pinion seal

Rear exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 9 Apr 2014 85,124 miles

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

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

Oil leak

exhaust back box corroded

rear axle slightly noisey on rotation

Pass 5 Apr 2013 85,057 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 84,928 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 84,843 miles

slight lift in offside front king pin

Pass 16 Apr 2010 84,782 miles

offside rear light lens broken and loose

Pass 27 Mar 2009 84,653 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 84,566 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 84,566 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Fail 10 Apr 2007 84,458 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 84,458 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 83,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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GWT 140J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 GWT 140J, 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 56 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 GWT 140J registered?

GWT 140J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is GWT 140J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWT 140J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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