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XWP 235M

1973 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,877 mi
Last recorded63,877 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Bgt39,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWP 235M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 63,877 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 63,021 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 58,115 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 54,735 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Jan 2017 54,735 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 52,774 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 51,344 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 50,865 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 49,899 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 49,753 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 49,753 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 49,621 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 49,621 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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XWP 235M is a 1973 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1973 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 39,697 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 XWP 235M, 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 53 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 XWP 235M registered?

XWP 235M is a 1973 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is XWP 235M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWP 235M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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