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RTP 572J

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

80,388 mi
Last recorded80,388 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTP 572J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 80,388 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2018 80,388 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2017 80,365 miles

N/S Rear axle strap detioriated

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 80,329 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear axle retaining strap worn

Fail 11 May 2016 80,319 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear axle retaining strap worn

Pass 12 May 2015 80,215 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Some play & lift in N/S Front king pin.

Pass 18 Mar 2014 80,113 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

n/s rear suspension strap worn

Pass 5 Apr 2013 79,909 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2013 79,908 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2012 79,724 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 79,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 78,689 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 78,689 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 77,803 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 77,475 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 77,475 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 76,893 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 76,893 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 75,180 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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RTP 572J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 RTP 572J, 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 RTP 572J registered?

RTP 572J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 18 February 1971.

Is RTP 572J safe to buy?

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