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JYH 88K

1972 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,110 mi
Last recorded71,110 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYH 88K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 71,110 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 70,690 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 70,641 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 70,641 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Pass 31 May 2013 70,369 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 70,369 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 69,182 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 67,846 miles

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

Nearside Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

O/S/F brake sqeaking

Slight leak from clutch slave cylinder

Pass 11 May 2011 67,846 miles

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

O/S/F brake sqeaking

Slight leak from clutch slave cylinder

Pass 22 May 2010 67,206 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 64,643 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 65,478 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 65,478 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 May 2007 64,687 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 62,010 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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JYH 88K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 36,252 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 JYH 88K, 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 54 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 JYH 88K registered?

JYH 88K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is JYH 88K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYH 88K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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