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XDD 756J

1971 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

14,256 mi
Last recorded14,256 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDD 756J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 14,256 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 14,134 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 14,082 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 14,076 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 May 2016 14,054 miles

nearside rear tyre side walls perished

vehicle generally in poor corroded condition underneath

Pass 28 Apr 2015 13,949 miles

both front and nearside rear tyres side walls perrishing and cracking, rear worst

offside rear brake binding slightly

washers could be better

Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,655 miles

steering wheel screws loose

underbody surface rust and welding in various places

various suspension rubber bushes and gaiters perished

Fail 21 May 2013 13,655 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

underbody surface rust and welding in various places

steering wheel screws loose

various suspension rubber bushes and gaiters perished

Pass 21 May 2012 13,553 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 12,930 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 12,176 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 11,599 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 11,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 10,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

general corrosion to complete underside.

oil leaks from engine/gearbox and diff.

Fail 12 May 2008 10,422 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

general corrosion to complete underside.

oil leaks from engine/gearbox and diff.

Pass 14 May 2007 8,987 miles

exhaust rubbers could be better

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

offside front brake flexie hose stsrting to perish

tied battery lead was rubbing on prop

washers could be better

Pass 5 May 2006 8,143 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 8,143 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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XDD 756J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XDD 756J, 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 XDD 756J registered?

XDD 756J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 13 May 1971.

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