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HRR 888K

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,044 mi
Last recorded34,044 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRR 888K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 34,044 miles

undeside of vehicle heavily undersealed not allowing full inspection of some parts

Pass 11 May 2016 33,691 miles

vehicle heavily underseald unable to check some parts

Pass 21 May 2015 33,526 miles

underside of car very heavily undersealed not allowing full inspection of certain items

Pass 15 May 2014 33,221 miles

slight corrosion in n/s inner wing but not within 30cm of prescribed area

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 15 May 2014 33,221 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

slight corrosion in n/s inner wing but not within 30cm of prescribed area

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 3 May 2013 33,076 miles

all underside of vehicle heavily undersealed and sill covers fitted to both sides

Pass 4 Jul 2011 32,924 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 32,916 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 May 2010 32,772 miles

Corrosion behind N/S front wing

O/S inner sill corroded at front

Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,756 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 32,750 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 May 2008 32,694 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2007 32,680 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 32,655 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 32,655 miles

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

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

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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HRR 888K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HRR 888K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HRR 888K registered?

HRR 888K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 7 September 1971.

Is HRR 888K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRR 888K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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