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RJO 262J

1971 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,831 mi
Last recorded54,831 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJO 262J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 54,831 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 54,671 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Jan 2016 54,582 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 54,543 miles

general corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 14 Jul 2011 54,456 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 53,758 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 53,511 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

battery tray slight corrosion

modified rear suspension does not have locking nuts fitted

offside handbrake lever bent due to modified suspension component

Fail 23 Oct 2008 53,511 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

battery tray slight corrosion

modified rear suspension does not have locking nuts fitted

offside handbrake lever bent due to modified suspension component

Fail 12 Jun 2007 64,892 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 64,892 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 64,879 miles

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

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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RJO 262J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 RJO 262J, 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.

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What year was RJO 262J registered?

RJO 262J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 11 March 1971.

Is RJO 262J safe to buy?

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