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HWE 303J

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,476 mi
Last recorded69,476 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWE 303J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 69,476 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Feb 2017 68,906 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 67,264 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 66,694 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 65,223 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 64,571 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 63,209 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres cracking

Fail 5 Mar 2012 63,209 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres cracking

Pass 26 May 2011 61,705 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 60,081 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 54,707 miles

n/s front wheel bearing has slight play,various underbody corrosion

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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HWE 303J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 HWE 303J, 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

How do I check the history of HWE 303J?

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What year was HWE 303J registered?

HWE 303J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is HWE 303J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWE 303J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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