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TNK 726M

1973 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,655 mi
Last recorded55,655 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNK 726M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 55,655 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 55,645 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2021 55,635 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 48,888 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 40,647 miles

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 1 May 2018 33,528 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 33,527 miles

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

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2017 31,670 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 31,589 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 31,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

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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TNK 726M is a 1973 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TNK 726M, 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 TNK 726M registered?

TNK 726M is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is TNK 726M safe to buy?

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