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BSL 242

1971 MG Magnette

Black Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,737 mi
Last recorded90,737 miles
Recorded on19 May 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSL 242
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2009 90,737 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 88,425 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 88,425 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

How Reliable is the MG Magnette?

Based on 4,082 MOT tests across 613 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
613
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 151
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
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BSL 242 is a 1971 MG Magnette in Black with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a MG Magnette fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSL 242, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Magnette typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 55 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BSL 242 registered?

BSL 242 is a 1971 MG Magnette, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is BSL 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSL 242 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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