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SAV 42K

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,433 mi
Last recorded92,433 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAV 42K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 92,433 miles

Central Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable end play in joints (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 91,025 miles

Slight free play at Offside rear roadwheel

Pass 8 Jun 2015 90,289 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 59,882 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

wax oil on underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Mar 2013 89,218 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 89,023 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Slight play in both front king pins

Fail 6 Mar 2012 89,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Slight play in both front king pins

Pass 5 Mar 2011 88,612 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 88,010 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2008 87,921 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 87,649 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 87,270 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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SAV 42K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SAV 42K, 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 SAV 42K registered?

SAV 42K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is SAV 42K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAV 42K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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