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XLV 789J

1971 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 7777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,471 mi
Last recorded35,471 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLV 789J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,777cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2026 35,471 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 35,251 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 34,724 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 34,343 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 33,818 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 32,951 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 32,718 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

osf inner of vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2013 31,535 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 30,066 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 29,188 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 28,427 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 27,551 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 26,565 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 26,063 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 25,204 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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XLV 789J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Red with a 7,777cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 XLV 789J, 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

How do I check the history of XLV 789J?

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What year was XLV 789J registered?

XLV 789J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 23 February 1971.

Is XLV 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLV 789J shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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