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JWR 442J

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,955 mi
Last recorded16,955 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWR 442J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 May 2018 16,955 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 16,922 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 16,740 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 16,619 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 16,544 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 16,293 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 16,196 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2011 16,078 miles

FRONT BRAKES UPRATED

HORN FEEBLE

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2010 15,749 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

SPEEDO DRIVE CABLE INSECURE [MADE GOOD]

Pass 9 Jul 2009 15,412 miles

oil leak from engine.

Pass 9 Jul 2008 14,866 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 14,111 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 14,022 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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JWR 442J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JWR 442J, 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

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What year was JWR 442J registered?

JWR 442J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 26 March 1971.

Is JWR 442J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWR 442J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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