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HEA 500N

1975 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,472 mi
Last recorded3,472 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEA 500N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 3,472 miles

advised battery carrier corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2025 3,472 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

advised battery carrier corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2024 3,322 miles

advise battery carrier deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2023 2,795 miles

advise battery carrier corroded

Pass 20 May 2022 2,304 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underseal applied slightly obstructing visual inspection.

Pass 5 Jun 2021 1,744 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 1,743 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 1,339 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 99,739 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2011 98,910 miles

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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HEA 500N is a 1975 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 48,117 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 HEA 500N, 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 51 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 HEA 500N?

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What year was HEA 500N registered?

HEA 500N is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 14 January 1975.

Is HEA 500N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEA 500N shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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