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UWY 813L

1973 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,432 mi
Last recorded14,432 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWY 813L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 14,432 miles

Both track rod ends lose to wheels but not fouling

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 13,837 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Fail 9 May 2015 12,301 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2014 8,893 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 8,868 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

clutch anti slip missing

Pass 24 Nov 2011 7,011 miles

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Underbody extensively Wax Oyld

Pass 11 Nov 2009 1,985 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 1,985 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

fuel pipes corroded

underbody welded/undersealed

Pass 8 Jul 2008 1,848 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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UWY 813L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UWY 813L, 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.

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What year was UWY 813L registered?

UWY 813L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 12 January 1973.

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The MOT history for UWY 813L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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