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NWR 196M

1973 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,520 mi
Last recorded22,520 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2005
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWR 196M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2005 22,520 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear road springs corroded.

steering stiff? kingpins greasing?

suggest rear brakes stripped and checked, n/s readings low.

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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NWR 196M is a 1973 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NWR 196M, 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

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What year was NWR 196M registered?

NWR 196M is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is NWR 196M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWR 196M shows 1 test 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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