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SBF 561J

1970 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

7,211 mi
Last recorded7,211 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBF 561J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 7,211 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 7,121 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 May 2024 7,094 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension limit strap broken

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Apr 2023 7,070 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rubber drop strap broken

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Rack end ()

Pass 16 May 2022 7,051 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 7,037 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute all indicators (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 7,012 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 6,990 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 6,980 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 6,896 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 5,824 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2014 5,804 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 5,550 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 5,470 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 4,962 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 9 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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SBF 561J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 SBF 561J, 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 56 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 SBF 561J registered?

SBF 561J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 24 November 1970.

Is SBF 561J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBF 561J shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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