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HHR 78K

1972 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,628 mi
Last recorded44,628 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHR 78K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 44,628 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 44,628 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 44,581 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 44,520 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2006 44,374 miles

engine oil leak

slight noise to o/s front wheel bearing

suspect carb over flow pipes leaking

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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HHR 78K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HHR 78K, 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 HHR 78K registered?

HHR 78K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 16 June 1972.

Is HHR 78K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHR 78K shows 5 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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