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WVW 454L

1973 MG Bgt

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,168 mi
Last recorded12,168 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVW 454L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 12,168 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 11,659 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 11,001 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.B.2)

oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2015 11,001 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 9,637 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 8,643 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 8,632 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

nearside rear suspension strap broken

offside rear suspension strap deteriorating

Pass 6 Jul 2011 7,528 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 7,522 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside rear seal slightly corroded

offside rear under seal slightly corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2009 7,083 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 6,948 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 6,948 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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WVW 454L is a 1973 MG Bgt in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WVW 454L, 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 WVW 454L registered?

WVW 454L is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is WVW 454L safe to buy?

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