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PTH 939K

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

78,690 mi
Last recorded78,690 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTH 939K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 78,690 miles

Central slight free play in steering

slight exhaust leak

slight play in d bushes

Pass 25 Apr 2016 68,684 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 68,684 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength floor corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 60,568 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 60,568 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 57,580 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

excessive corrosion at o/s/f floor pannel but not in prescribed area

Fail 28 Apr 2014 57,580 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

excessive corrosion at o/s/f floor pannel but not in prescribed area

Pass 27 Jun 2012 57,533 miles

battery insecure

main beam light on dash does not illuminate when operated

Fail 26 Jun 2012 57,533 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

battery insecure

main beam light on dash does not illuminate when operated

Pass 20 May 2011 55,308 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 46,811 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 46,806 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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PTH 939K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 PTH 939K, 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 55 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 PTH 939K registered?

PTH 939K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is PTH 939K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTH 939K shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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