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UUJ 758J

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,748 mi
Last recorded21,748 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUJ 758J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2015 21,748 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 20,991 miles

offside rear tyre is cracking on the outer wall

Fail 13 May 2014 20,991 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre is cracking on the outer wall

Pass 22 May 2013 18,772 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Jun 2012 18,485 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

hand brake needs slight adjustment

Fail 31 May 2012 18,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

hand brake needs slight adjustment

Pass 12 May 2011 17,945 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 12,390 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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UUJ 758J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 UUJ 758J, 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 55 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 UUJ 758J?

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What year was UUJ 758J registered?

UUJ 758J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is UUJ 758J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUJ 758J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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