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TPF 940M

1973 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

41,144 mi
Last recorded41,144 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPF 940M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2014 41,144 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

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

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

slight engine oil leak

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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TPF 940M is a 1973 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 TPF 940M, 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

How do I check the history of TPF 940M?

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What year was TPF 940M registered?

TPF 940M is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 22 October 1973.

Is TPF 940M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPF 940M shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TPF 940M have outstanding finance?

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