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KGK 396N

1975 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

12,805 mi
Last recorded12,805 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGK 396N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 12,805 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 10,985 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 9,934 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 9,734 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 8,610 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 8,609 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2014 8,565 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 3 May 2013 6,886 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

tyres cracking

Pass 3 May 2013 6,886 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

tyres cracking

Pass 21 May 2012 3,676 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 3,301 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 3,301 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 2,066 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 2,066 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 968 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 99,682 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 97,975 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f brake binding slightly ?

Fail 8 May 2006 96,792 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 8 May 2006 96,792 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

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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KGK 396N is a 1975 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KGK 396N, 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 KGK 396N registered?

KGK 396N is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 16 May 1975.

Is KGK 396N safe to buy?

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