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LWR 273H

1975 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,981 mi
Last recorded15,981 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWR 273H
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 15,981 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 15,796 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 15,227 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2022 15,227 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 14,878 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 14,466 miles

Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Both batteries (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2015 14,132 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 13,950 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 13,523 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 13,461 miles

fog tell tale bulb faulty

os wiper blade deteriorating

slight unbalance on rear brakes

Pass 24 Jul 2010 13,158 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 13,084 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2007 12,719 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,393 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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LWR 273H is a 1975 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LWR 273H, 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 LWR 273H registered?

LWR 273H is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is LWR 273H safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWR 273H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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