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SFC 336J

1971 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,130 mi
Last recorded35,130 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 336J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 35,130 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 35,103 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 35,041 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 34,995 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 33,989 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 33,959 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

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

centre suport bonding gone

n/s sill badly corroded

slight bind to n/s/r brake

steering rack worn

Pass 12 Jan 2011 31,530 miles

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

both front brakes slight bind

Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,781 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 28,781 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

slight brake bind to both front brakes

Pass 27 Jun 2007 26,894 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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SFC 336J is a 1971 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SFC 336J, 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 SFC 336J registered?

SFC 336J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is SFC 336J safe to buy?

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