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VEW 606L

1973 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,781 mi
Last recorded34,781 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEW 606L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,781 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 34,781 miles

Fuel system component leaking carburettor (7.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 34,725 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded most (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,575 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 34,574 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 34,550 miles

n/s chassis member corroded in from jacking point but not in a prescribed area

o/s/r shock absorber arm worn

Fail 10 Oct 2012 34,550 miles

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s chassis member corroded in from jacking point but not in a prescribed area

o/s/r shock absorber arm worn

Pass 13 Oct 2011 34,337 miles

rear end of n/s outer sill corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2011 34,336 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear end of n/s outer sill corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2010 34,332 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 34,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 30,706 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 20,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

underbody covered in thick underseal appears ok

Pass 8 Sep 2007 19,802 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 18,989 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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VEW 606L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VEW 606L, 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 VEW 606L?

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What year was VEW 606L registered?

VEW 606L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 22 March 1973.

Is VEW 606L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEW 606L shows 15 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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