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JEX 740N

1975 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,486 mi
Last recorded95,486 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2007
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEX 740N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2007 95,486 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 95,486 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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JEX 740N is a 1975 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 JEX 740N, 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 JEX 740N?

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What year was JEX 740N registered?

JEX 740N is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is JEX 740N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEX 740N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JEX 740N have outstanding finance?

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