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NLG 900L

1973 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

82,771 mi
Last recorded82,771 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLG 900L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 82,771 miles

slight corrosion under car

welding and underseal repairs been carried out

Pass 9 Aug 2023 82,599 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

welding done on car

Pass 5 Aug 2022 82,456 miles

slight corrosion under car

welding and underseal repairs been carried out

Pass 16 Aug 2021 82,045 miles

slight corrosion under car

welding and underseal repairs been carried

Pass 28 Aug 2020 81,985 miles

slight corrosion under car

welding and underseal repairs have been carried out

Pass 26 Jul 2019 81,921 miles

slight corrosion on both inner and outer sills and under car

welding and underseal repairs have been carried out

Pass 23 Jul 2018 81,882 miles

slight corrosion on both inner and outer sills and under car

welding and underseal repairs have been carried out

Fail 20 Jul 2018 81,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

slight corrosion on both inner and outer sills and under car

welding and underseal repairs have been carried out

Pass 19 Jul 2017 81,699 miles

slight corrosion on both inner and outer sills and under car

underseal repairs have been carried out

Pass 25 Jul 2016 81,322 miles

slight corrosion on both inner and outer sills and under car

welding and underseal repairs have been carried out

Pass 23 Jul 2015 81,067 miles

slight corrosion on both inner and outer sills and under car

welding and underseal repairs have been carried out

Pass 18 Jul 2014 80,792 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 80,494 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

advise slight lift on nearside front trunion

advise welding & underseal repairs carried out

Pass 10 Aug 2012 80,288 miles

advise signs of corrosion & welding & underseal repairs carried out

advise slight play in ns trunion

Pass 2 Jul 2011 79,801 miles

advise signs of corrosion welding & underseal repairs carried out

Pass 25 Jun 2010 79,651 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise signs of corrosion under car

Pass 30 Jun 2009 79,299 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 78,618 miles

advise signs of corrosion under car

Pass 22 Jun 2007 77,909 miles

advise signs of corrosion under car

advise welding repairs carried out

Pass 1 Jul 2006 77,170 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 77,110 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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NLG 900L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 NLG 900L, 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

How do I check the history of NLG 900L?

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What year was NLG 900L registered?

NLG 900L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is NLG 900L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLG 900L shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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