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MG 1866

1973 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,737 mi
Last recorded38,737 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG 1866
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 38,737 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 35,387 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 35,313 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 35,199 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,080 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 35,044 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 May 2015 34,072 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 33,066 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,497 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 32,006 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 30,946 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 30,415 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 29,888 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 28,560 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 28,560 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 27,642 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 25,887 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 25,887 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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MG 1866 is a 1973 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 39,697 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 MG 1866, 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 53 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 MG 1866 registered?

MG 1866 is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 28 August 1973.

Is MG 1866 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG 1866 shows 18 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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