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MVX 797J

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,377 mi
Last recorded16,377 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVX 797J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2024 16,377 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 16,316 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 16,130 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 16,000 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 15,947 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 15,745 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 15,565 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 15,119 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,383 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 14,061 miles

brake master cylinder resevoir fluid level below maximum but above minimum

main beam tell tale not working

right hand front brake flexible hose incorrectly routed advise attension

Pass 28 Mar 2011 13,574 miles

small movement in steering coloumn

Pass 26 Nov 2009 12,930 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 11,950 miles

did have a small fuel leak on rear carb but stopped

small kink in o/s front flexi brake hose

steerin g a little heavy

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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MVX 797J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 MVX 797J, 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 55 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 MVX 797J?

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What year was MVX 797J registered?

MVX 797J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is MVX 797J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVX 797J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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