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YOK 219J

1971 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,024 mi
Last recorded9,024 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOK 219J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 9,024 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 8,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Oil leak gearbox oil leak ()

Fail 7 Nov 2016 8,529 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Oil leak gearbox oil leak ()

Pass 13 Nov 2015 7,545 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 7,536 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 6,375 miles

Oil leak

diff leaking

Pass 10 Jun 2013 5,697 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 4,783 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

hand brake lever travel excessive

o/s/f wheel very slightly restricted

Pass 21 Feb 2011 3,713 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 3,188 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

some light corrosion on offside and nearside outer floor/castle sections

Pass 4 Dec 2008 2,341 miles

Centre Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside front brake slight bind

Pass 30 Nov 2007 1,923 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight rubbing noise from upper steering column

Pass 30 Apr 2007 1,415 miles

coolant leak

trims fitted to sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Oct 2005 852 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

chrome cill covers fitted, unable to inspect

oil leak

slight low effort on o/s rear foot and handbrake

Fail 11 Oct 2005 852 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

chrome cill covers fitted, unable to inspect

oil leak

slight low effort on o/s rear foot and handbrake

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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YOK 219J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YOK 219J, 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

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What year was YOK 219J registered?

YOK 219J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 28 June 1971.

Is YOK 219J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOK 219J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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