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PSA 86J

1970 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,054 mi
Last recorded64,054 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSA 86J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 64,054 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 63,124 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 63,073 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 63,015 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 62,946 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 62,908 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 62,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 62,765 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 62,612 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 62,612 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

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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PSA 86J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PSA 86J, 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

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What year was PSA 86J registered?

PSA 86J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 25 November 1970.

Is PSA 86J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSA 86J 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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