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HGU 944K

1972 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

19,995 mi
Last recorded19,995 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 944K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 19,995 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 19,862 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 19,858 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,765 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 19,667 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 19,490 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 19,490 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 19,338 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 18,947 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 18,217 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 17,848 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 17,044 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,657 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2010 15,404 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2009 12,346 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2008 7,019 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 3,321 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 3,321 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HGU 944K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 HGU 944K, 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 HGU 944K registered?

HGU 944K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 15 June 1972.

Is HGU 944K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 944K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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