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VPK 855M

1974 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,972 mi
Last recorded33,972 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPK 855M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 33,972 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 33,958 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 31,403 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2011 31,403 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2009 29,959 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s windscreen wiper slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2008 28,141 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

slight play in streeing column bushes

Propshaft component defective

Pass 30 Oct 2007 27,368 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 26,504 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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VPK 855M is a 1974 MG Bgt in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VPK 855M, 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 VPK 855M?

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What year was VPK 855M registered?

VPK 855M is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is VPK 855M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPK 855M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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