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OGL 656L

1973 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,661 mi
Last recorded18,661 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGL 656L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2016 18,661 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 18,636 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 18,612 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 18,588 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 18,577 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 18,555 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 18,534 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 18,520 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 18,511 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 18,311 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

o/s/f bottom suspension trunion has slight wear.

Pass 29 Mar 2006 17,835 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

slight play in both lower trunions on front suspension

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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OGL 656L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests 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 OGL 656L, 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 OGL 656L?

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What year was OGL 656L registered?

OGL 656L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 23 January 1973.

Is OGL 656L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGL 656L shows 11 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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