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LOJ 121P

1976 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

29,803 mi
Last recorded29,803 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 1976 MG Bgt64,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOJ 121P
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 29,803 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 29,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2017 28,475 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 28,353 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 27,905 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 27,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 27,173 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 24,704 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

steering wheel bolts req regular checks

Fail 9 Mar 2010 24,704 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 23,815 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 23,815 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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LOJ 121P is a 1976 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1976 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 64,735 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 LOJ 121P, 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 50 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 LOJ 121P registered?

LOJ 121P is a 1976 MG Bgt, first registered on 16 January 1976.

Is LOJ 121P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOJ 121P shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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