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PAM 554

1970 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,944 mi
Last recorded79,944 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAM 554
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 79,944 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 79,833 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 79,766 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 79,480 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 79,452 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 79,451 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 79,131 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 78,728 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 78,727 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 77,718 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 77,548 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2008 76,836 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 76,827 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 76,542 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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PAM 554 is a 1970 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 PAM 554, 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 56 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 PAM 554?

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What year was PAM 554 registered?

PAM 554 is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 8 January 1970.

Is PAM 554 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAM 554 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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