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MNP 540K

1972 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

41,123 mi
Last recorded41,123 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNP 540K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 41,123 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 41,120 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 40,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion on underbody and componets

Pass 1 Sep 2023 40,220 miles

CORROSION ON VARIOUS UNDERSIDE AREAS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 39,862 miles

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

corrosion on underside of vehicle

Fail 29 Jul 2022 39,858 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 30 Jul 2021 38,670 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 38,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 36,063 miles

UNDERSIDE AREAS REPAIRED AND UNDERSEALED

Fail 29 Jul 2020 36,063 miles

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

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

UNDERSIDE AREAS REPAIRED AND UNDERSEALED

Pass 24 May 2019 35,454 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 35,454 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 34,375 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 33,443 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 33,443 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 14 May 2016 32,673 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 32,673 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush trunnion bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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MNP 540K is a 1972 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 MNP 540K, 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.

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What year was MNP 540K registered?

MNP 540K is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 18 April 1972.

Is MNP 540K safe to buy?

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