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XTU 248M

1974 MG Bgt

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,766 mi
Last recorded76,766 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTU 248M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 76,766 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 76,066 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 75,060 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 73,112 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 71,618 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 71,211 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 71,211 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 68,615 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 68,615 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 67,581 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 67,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 67,417 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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XTU 248M is a 1974 MG Bgt in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 45,810 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 XTU 248M, 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 52 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 XTU 248M registered?

XTU 248M is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1974.

Is XTU 248M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTU 248M shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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