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TKP 486N

1974 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,493 mi
Last recorded13,493 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKP 486N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 13,493 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 13,477 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jul 2016 13,200 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 112,452 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,395 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 12,137 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 12,136 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 11,105 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 9,777 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 9,047 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,758 miles

fuel pump damp

o/s/r tyre starting to split

Pass 4 Apr 2008 7,262 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 6,547 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 5,081 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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TKP 486N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 45,810 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 TKP 486N, 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 52 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 TKP 486N registered?

TKP 486N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 25 September 1974.

Is TKP 486N safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKP 486N shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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