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YXG 711K

1971 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,838 mi
Last recorded29,838 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYXG 711K
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 29,838 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 29,035 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 28,063 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 24,620 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 24,605 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower suspension fulcrum pin dust covers detereated

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cyl (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower suspension pin dust cover detereated

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 May 2019 24,316 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle to wheel cyl (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear wheel binding slightly

Pass 2 Oct 2017 23,768 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 23,429 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 23,426 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 22,975 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 22,273 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 21,837 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 21,399 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 20,949 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 20,258 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 19,466 miles

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

slight axle oil leek

Pass 3 Oct 2008 18,042 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 16,815 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 15,594 miles

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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YXG 711K is a 1971 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YXG 711K, 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 YXG 711K?

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What year was YXG 711K registered?

YXG 711K is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is YXG 711K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YXG 711K shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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