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XJO 300R

1976 MG Bgt

Green Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

98,444 mi
Last recorded98,444 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1976 MG Bgt64,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJO 300R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 98,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 98,363 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 98,358 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 98,289 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 98,163 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 98,163 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 98,142 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 98,142 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 97,274 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 96,641 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 96,641 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 96,235 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 96,116 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 96,031 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 96,024 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 95,851 miles

main beam warning light not working

Fail 10 Sep 2012 95,840 miles

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

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

main beam warning light not working

Pass 15 Sep 2011 95,663 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 95,036 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 94,631 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 93,891 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 93,361 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 93,169 miles

Slight lift in nearside king pin assembly

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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XJO 300R is a 1976 MG Bgt in Green with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1976 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 64,735 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 XJO 300R, 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 50 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 XJO 300R registered?

XJO 300R is a 1976 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 November 1976.

Is XJO 300R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJO 300R shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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