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XBB 304H

1970 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

8,598 mi
Last recorded8,598 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 MG Bgt28,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBB 304H
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 8,598 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 8,418 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 8,305 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 8,264 miles

Coolant leak water pump area ()

Pass 12 May 2021 8,168 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 8,168 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 May 2020 8,019 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 8,019 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 7,941 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 7,785 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 7,559 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 7,298 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 7,298 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 May 2015 6,980 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 6,769 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 May 2014 6,769 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 6,432 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 6,076 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 5,851 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 82,218 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 26 May 2010 5,298 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 5,291 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 4,847 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 4,510 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 4,030 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 3,220 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 3,220 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

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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XBB 304H is a 1970 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1970 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,932 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 XBB 304H, 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 56 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 XBB 304H registered?

XBB 304H is a 1970 MG Bgt, first registered on 6 February 1970.

Is XBB 304H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBB 304H shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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