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HPD 400K

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

45,312 mi
Last recorded45,312 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPD 400K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 45,312 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 45,312 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 44,864 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2019 44,864 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 44,227 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking in tred

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking in tred.

Pass 30 May 2017 43,335 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 41,657 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 40,353 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 40,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 5 May 2015 40,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bearing noise from water pump area

boot floor inside coated in underseal (heavy)

passenger seat belt slow to return

slight play in both front king pins

under vehicle heavy coat of under seal

Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,229 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 40,034 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 39,824 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 39,824 miles

Offside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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HPD 400K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 HPD 400K, 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 55 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HPD 400K registered?

HPD 400K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is HPD 400K safe to buy?

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