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HDF 199L

1973 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,050 mi
Last recorded76,050 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDF 199L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 76,050 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 75,763 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 75,647 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 75,504 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 75,255 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 75,255 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 75,032 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 74,617 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 74,420 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 74,321 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 May 2010 74,255 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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HDF 199L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 39,697 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 HDF 199L, 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 53 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 HDF 199L?

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What year was HDF 199L registered?

HDF 199L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 11 June 1973.

Is HDF 199L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDF 199L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDF 199L have outstanding finance?

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