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WCD 778K

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,050 mi
Last recorded61,050 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCD 778K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 61,050 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 60,692 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 60,692 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,560 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 59,821 miles

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 25 Nov 2013 59,807 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 59,294 miles

N/S/R tyre wall cracked slightly.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 59,264 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

O/S/R outer tyre wall cracked slightly.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 58,872 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 58,718 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 58,079 miles

n/s/f brake binding slightly

o/s/r outer tyre wall cracked slightly

Pass 20 Feb 2008 56,746 miles

Front no plate is cracked

Horn not working repaired at VTS

Washers frozen up

Fail 20 Feb 2008 56,746 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front no plate is cracked

Horn not working repaired at VTS

Washers frozen up

Pass 28 Feb 2007 58,832 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 58,832 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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WCD 778K is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WCD 778K, 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.

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What year was WCD 778K registered?

WCD 778K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 21 October 1971.

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