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SGO 973R

1976 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,628 mi
Last recorded4,628 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Bgt64,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGO 973R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 4,628 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 May 2017 4,273 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 5 May 2016 3,495 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 3,482 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 2,571 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 1,497 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 100,419 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 99,299 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 98,281 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 97,451 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 96,361 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 95,733 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 94,888 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 95,154 miles

some corrosion near n/s/f sill some slight corrosion on floor pan

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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SGO 973R is a 1976 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1976 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 64,735 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 SGO 973R, 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 50 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 SGO 973R registered?

SGO 973R is a 1976 MG Bgt, first registered on 21 September 1976.

Is SGO 973R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGO 973R shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGO 973R have outstanding finance?

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