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NJO 289P

1975 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,633 mi
Last recorded8,633 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Bgt48,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJO 289P
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 8,633 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 8,517 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 8,318 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 8,289 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 6,819 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 6,420 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 5,961 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 5,957 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,896 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 5,896 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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NJO 289P is a 1975 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 48,117 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 NJO 289P, 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 51 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 NJO 289P?

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What year was NJO 289P registered?

NJO 289P is a 1975 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is NJO 289P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJO 289P shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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