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KWP 237K

1972 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,453 mi
Last recorded16,453 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWP 237K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 16,453 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 13,737 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 13,674 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 13,534 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 13,384 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 1,509 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 40,953 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front lower shock absorber mounting bolts very close to wheel rims on full lock

both front track rod ends very close to front wheel rims on full lock

both rear handbrake levers vey close to wheel rims

Fail 15 Apr 2008 40,949 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front lower shock absorber mounting bolts very close to wheel rims on full lock

both front track rod ends very close to front wheel rims on full lock

both rear handbrake levers vey close to wheel rims

play evident in lower steering column

Pass 10 Jun 2006 49,440 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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KWP 237K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 KWP 237K, 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 KWP 237K registered?

KWP 237K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is KWP 237K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWP 237K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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