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GYE 131J

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,983 mi
Last recorded32,983 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYE 131J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 32,983 miles

battery box corroded

both rear tyres cracking in the tread

near side rear bump stop missing

rear chassis rails corroded

slight play in both front king pins

Fail 3 May 2014 32,910 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

battery box corroded

both rear tyres cracking in the tread

near side rear bump stop missing

rear chassis rails corroded

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 15 May 2013 32,520 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 32,514 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 32,050 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 31,708 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 31,259 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 31,258 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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GYE 131J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GYE 131J, 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.

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What year was GYE 131J registered?

GYE 131J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is GYE 131J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYE 131J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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