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HRE 696K

1972 MG Mgbgt

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,388 mi
Last recorded19,388 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1972 MG Mgbgt37,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRE 696K
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 19,388 miles

Various underbody sealer covering whole floor

Fail 16 Aug 2022 19,380 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Various underbody sealer covering whole floor

Pass 31 Jan 2019 18,608 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 18,387 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All FOUR/AND LIGHT CRACKING ON WALLS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 17,734 miles

All tyres have slight cracking in tread

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All four centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 17,669 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 17,589 miles

tyre walls cracking

Pass 2 Jul 2013 17,426 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 17,276 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 17,122 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 16,940 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 16,716 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 16,716 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,516 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 16,019 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 15,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear outer panel corroded but not load bearing

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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HRE 696K is a 1972 MG Mgbgt in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 37,229 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 HRE 696K, 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 54 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 HRE 696K registered?

HRE 696K is a 1972 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 17 March 1972.

Is HRE 696K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRE 696K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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