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MRD 653J

1970 MG Bgt

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,228 mi
Last recorded11,228 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 653J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 11,228 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 11,228 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 4,808 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorating but cords not exposed

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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MRD 653J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 MRD 653J, 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 56 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MRD 653J?

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What year was MRD 653J registered?

MRD 653J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 16 November 1970.

Is MRD 653J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 653J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRD 653J have outstanding finance?

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