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JWP 259N

1975 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,496 mi
Last recorded47,496 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWP 259N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,496 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 47,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 47,022 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 46,796 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 46,300 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 46,300 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 45,735 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 45,062 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 44,407 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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JWP 259N 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 JWP 259N, 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

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What year was JWP 259N registered?

JWP 259N is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 19 March 1975.

Is JWP 259N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWP 259N 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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