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KYU 577K

1972 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

15,446 mi
Last recorded15,446 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYU 577K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 15,446 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2026 15,248 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 14,980 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Mounting in front of rear axle broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Indicators flashing almost more than 120 times a second.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush, arm is contacting pivot bar washer but no play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 14,520 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 14,350 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 14,350 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire both carbs leaking fuel from float chamber over flow pipes (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute 250/300 per minute (4.4.4 (a))

reverse inop

Fail 21 Feb 2023 14,349 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed hinges worn (6.2.3 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both poor images[bulbs? fitment?] (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam main and dip failed to come on with o/s/f (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam dip = main + main = dip----incorrectly wired (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire both carbs leaking fuel from float chamber over flow pipes (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute 250/300 per minute (4.4.4 (a))

reverse inop

Pass 1 Mar 2022 13,542 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 13,542 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 13,124 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 12,854 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 12,480 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 11,779 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 11,429 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 11,214 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 11,214 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2015 8,266 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2014 7,865 miles

small corrosion hole in offside centre undersill to floor joint-not structural

Fail 26 Apr 2014 7,865 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

small corrosion hole in offside centre undersill to floor joint-not structural

Pass 4 May 2013 7,371 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 7,371 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,568 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 5,178 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 98,422 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 94,478 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 91,418 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 89,494 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 89,494 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 87,425 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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KYU 577K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 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 KYU 577K, 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 KYU 577K registered?

KYU 577K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 13 March 1972.

Is KYU 577K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYU 577K shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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