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TCD 200J

1970 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,970 mi
Last recorded35,970 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCD 200J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 35,970 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 33,921 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 33,920 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 31,106 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 29,414 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 29,414 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,414 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brakes binding slightly when park brake lever released.

Pass 6 Mar 2013 25,888 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 25,696 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 25,693 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 25,675 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 25,675 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,672 miles

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

Nearside front & offside rear brakes binding slightly.

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 25,652 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 25,632 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 25,576 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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TCD 200J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 TCD 200J, 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 TCD 200J registered?

TCD 200J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is TCD 200J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCD 200J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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