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VMV 418M

1974 MG Bgt

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,614 mi
Last recorded70,614 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMV 418M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 70,614 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 70,605 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 70,589 miles

o/s king pin slight play

Pass 5 Jun 2014 70,564 miles

engine oil coated

Pass 1 Jun 2013 70,541 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 70,533 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 70,498 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 70,489 miles

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 70,093 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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VMV 418M is a 1974 MG Bgt in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 45,810 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 VMV 418M, 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 52 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 VMV 418M?

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What year was VMV 418M registered?

VMV 418M is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is VMV 418M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMV 418M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMV 418M have outstanding finance?

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