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VPP 396M

1973 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

37,211 mi
Last recorded37,211 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPP 396M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 37,211 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 36,871 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 35,769 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 34,905 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 34,440 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 33,945 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 32,272 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 30,776 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 29,568 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 28,019 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight play

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leak gearbox area

oil leak rear diff

Pass 20 May 2015 25,955 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 22,905 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 19,435 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 18,435 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 17,866 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 17,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 16,673 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 16,339 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 May 2007 16,077 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 16,077 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2006 15,655 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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VPP 396M is a 1973 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 VPP 396M, 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

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What year was VPP 396M registered?

VPP 396M is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is VPP 396M safe to buy?

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