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XGC 353N

1971 MG Mgbgt

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,755 mi
Last recorded11,755 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Mgbgt17,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGC 353N
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 11,755 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 11,500 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 May 2016 11,012 miles

Oil leak from engine area

Oil leak from prop shaft oil seal

Fail 16 May 2016 11,012 miles

Oil leak from engine area

Oil leak from prop shaft oil seal

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel ADJUSTED (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 May 2015 10,685 miles

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 May 2015 10,673 miles

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

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 10,219 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 9,577 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 9,293 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 9,009 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 9,009 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 8,476 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 7,855 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 7,147 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 6,559 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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XGC 353N is a 1971 MG Mgbgt in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 17,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGC 353N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGC 353N registered?

XGC 353N is a 1971 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XGC 353N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGC 353N shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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