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XAY 250J

1971 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,465 mi
Last recorded25,465 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAY 250J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 25,465 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 25,427 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 25,418 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 25,418 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 25,414 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 25,414 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2017 25,411 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 25,402 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 25,402 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 25,386 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 25,386 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 25,315 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 25,315 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 25,236 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 25,235 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 25,184 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,075 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 25,003 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 24,793 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 24,596 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 23,865 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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XAY 250J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XAY 250J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XAY 250J registered?

XAY 250J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is XAY 250J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAY 250J shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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