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HGJ 381K

1972 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,253 mi
Last recorded87,253 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGJ 381K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 87,253 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 86,386 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 84,972 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 84,972 miles

Centre Front Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 82,701 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 76,168 miles

n/s/fr bearing noisy

oil cooler leaking

slight play front susp joints

Fail 6 Aug 2012 76,168 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/fr bearing noisy

oil cooler leaking

slight play front susp joints

Pass 4 Oct 2011 74,374 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 70,545 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 70,545 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 69,410 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 69,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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HGJ 381K is a 1972 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HGJ 381K, 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

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What year was HGJ 381K registered?

HGJ 381K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 28 March 1972.

Is HGJ 381K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGJ 381K shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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