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JRF 503N

1975 MG Mgbgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

14,748 mi
Last recorded14,748 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1975 MG Mgbgt51,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRF 503N
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 14,748 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 14,596 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 14,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 14,074 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 14,073 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2019 13,457 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 12,942 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 12,896 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 12,896 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,398 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 11,815 miles

park brake has little reserve.

underside covered in thick underseal

Pass 30 Jul 2014 11,697 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 11,675 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

clutch hydraulic pipe twisted and leaking

Pass 3 Jul 2013 4,453 miles

offside front chassis not not fully welded, but not affecting steering or braking

offside front tyre perished

Fail 3 Jul 2013 4,453 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front chassis not not fully welded, but not affecting steering or braking

offside front tyre perished

Fail 15 Jun 2012 75,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

several sound body repairs

Pass 15 Jun 2012 75,310 miles

several sound body repairs

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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JRF 503N is a 1975 MG Mgbgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 51,461 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRF 503N, 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 51 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JRF 503N?

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What year was JRF 503N registered?

JRF 503N is a 1975 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 10 June 1975.

Is JRF 503N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRF 503N shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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