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MNW 504L

1973 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,987 mi
Last recorded32,987 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNW 504L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 32,987 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 18 Jul 2019 32,986 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 5 Jul 2018 32,791 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 32,791 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SPRING FRONT MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 31,775 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 31,775 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 30,718 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front excessive play inner tie rod

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,204 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 30,193 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 36,127 miles

vehicle previously repaired and undersealed

Pass 4 Jun 2011 30,025 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 28,860 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 28,860 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2009 28,612 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 27,817 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 25,974 miles

advise slight play n/s steering rack †o/s/f king pin slight play

Pass 4 Aug 2005 25,901 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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MNW 504L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 MNW 504L, 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 MNW 504L registered?

MNW 504L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 15 January 1973.

Is MNW 504L safe to buy?

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