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HMY 775K

1971 MG Mgbgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

3,488 mi
Last recorded3,488 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1971 MG Mgbgt17,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMY 775K
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 3,488 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 2,913 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 2,553 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear tyre wall deteriating cracks around tyre wall no defect when inspected

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 1,875 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 1,765 miles

BOTH rear tyres slightly perished/cracked

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 1,765 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

BOTH rear tyres slightly perished/cracked

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 1,637 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 1,500 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Uneven wear to inner edge nearside front tyre.

Fail 14 Aug 2012 1,500 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Uneven wear to inner edge nearside front tyre.

Pass 7 Jun 2011 1,343 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 1,343 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 1,120 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 647 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre on 2-3mm tread depth on inside edge

spare tyre flat

Pass 12 Jun 2008 627 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 600 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 501 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 499 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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HMY 775K is a 1971 MG Mgbgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 17,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HMY 775K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HMY 775K registered?

HMY 775K is a 1971 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 15 October 1971.

Is HMY 775K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMY 775K shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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