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PTE 886L

1973 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,656 mi
Last recorded41,656 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTE 886L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 41,656 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 41,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 41,485 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 41,414 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 41,414 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 41,322 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 41,322 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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PTE 886L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PTE 886L, 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 PTE 886L?

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What year was PTE 886L registered?

PTE 886L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is PTE 886L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTE 886L shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTE 886L have outstanding finance?

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