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SPF 958M

1973 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,443 mi
Last recorded27,443 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPF 958M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 27,443 miles

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

Front windscreen washers weak

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low - 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 24,909 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King pin has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 20,348 miles

Nearside Outer sill at rear corroded and weak

Pass 15 Feb 2018 14,106 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded and weak

Pass 15 Feb 2017 10,861 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 9,184 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2015 6,408 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 3,446 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 3,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 621 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 559 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 521 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 480 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 466 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 231 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 100,190 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 99,455 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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SPF 958M is a 1973 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1973 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 39,697 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 SPF 958M, 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 53 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 SPF 958M registered?

SPF 958M is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is SPF 958M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPF 958M shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPF 958M have outstanding finance?

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