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VMR 90M

1971 MG Bgt

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,900 mi
Last recorded45,900 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMR 90M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,900 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 44,002 miles

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 26 Jun 2015 42,424 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 40,642 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 39,442 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 38,047 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 36,970 miles

Both front wiper blades split

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Various slight engine/transmission oil leaks

Pass 21 Jun 2010 35,553 miles

front brake pads around half worn

offside front spot light not working

Pass 22 Jun 2009 33,447 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight lift on nearside front kingpin

slight lift on offside front kingpin

slight play in nearside front lower trunion

Fail 22 Jun 2009 33,447 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight lift on nearside front kingpin

slight lift on offside front kingpin

slight play in nearside front lower trunion

Pass 17 Jun 2008 29,674 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 29,674 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

exhaust system catching on nearside rear shock absorber

Pass 21 Jun 2007 26,588 miles

all four tyres starting to perish

both front tyres worn on inner egdes

rear diff input seal leaking

Pass 23 Jun 2006 21,043 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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VMR 90M is a 1971 MG Bgt in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VMR 90M, 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

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What year was VMR 90M registered?

VMR 90M is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VMR 90M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMR 90M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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