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JCU 820N

1975 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,890 mi
Last recorded67,890 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCU 820N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 67,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2011 67,340 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 63,070 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 59,126 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 59,126 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 50,469 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 48,117 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 48,117 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 44,548 miles

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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JCU 820N is a 1975 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1975 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 48,117 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 JCU 820N, 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 51 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 JCU 820N?

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What year was JCU 820N registered?

JCU 820N is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 26 June 1975.

Is JCU 820N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCU 820N shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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