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MWV 313J

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,713 mi
Last recorded40,713 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWV 313J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 40,713 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 40,287 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 40,173 miles

Rear number plate loose

Pass 8 Jul 2015 39,553 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 39,030 miles

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

all tyre side walls cracking

steering heavy

Pass 5 Jul 2013 37,842 miles

Nearside front and nearside rear tyre sidewalls deteriating

Oil leak on engine

Pass 29 May 2012 36,554 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 36,553 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 36,545 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear spring bushes worn

Pass 28 Feb 2011 34,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rust in nearside rear sill

Fail 28 Feb 2011 34,886 miles

Front Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rust in nearside rear sill

Pass 12 Mar 2009 33,178 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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MWV 313J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MWV 313J, 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

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What year was MWV 313J registered?

MWV 313J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 May 1971.

Is MWV 313J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWV 313J shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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