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MGU 786L

1972 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,281 mi
Last recorded28,281 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGU 786L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 28,281 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 28,262 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 28,262 miles

Nearside Halfshaft bolt loose (4.2.B.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Halfshaft bolt loose (4.2.B.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 28,244 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 28,126 miles

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 4 Feb 2013 28,049 miles

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

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

water pump leaking

Pass 7 Feb 2012 28,002 miles

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

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

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

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

signs of fuel leak on front carburretor

Pass 5 Feb 2011 27,956 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 27,918 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 27,845 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 27,557 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 26,741 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 25,604 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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MGU 786L is a 1972 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MGU 786L, 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 MGU 786L registered?

MGU 786L is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is MGU 786L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGU 786L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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