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TSC 888J

1970 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,368 mi
Last recorded11,368 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSC 888J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 11,368 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 10,591 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 9,895 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 9,655 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 9,640 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 8,364 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 7,661 miles

rear diff noisy when rear wheels free span

Fail 9 Sep 2013 7,661 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

rear diff noisy when rear wheels free span

Pass 7 Sep 2012 6,749 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 5,523 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 4,903 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 4,109 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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TSC 888J is a 1970 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TSC 888J, 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

How do I check the history of TSC 888J?

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What year was TSC 888J registered?

TSC 888J is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 7 August 1970.

Is TSC 888J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSC 888J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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