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D271 LAT

1986 MG Bgt

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

43,849 mi
Last recorded43,849 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD271 LAT
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1986
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 43,849 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 43,694 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 43,326 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 43,187 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 42,987 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 42,672 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 42,247 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 42,245 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 42,066 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 41,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 41,592 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 41,382 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 41,068 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 40,718 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 40,394 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 40,010 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 39,347 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 38,895 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 90,362 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 38,307 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 37,584 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,646 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 36,577 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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D271 LAT is a 1986 MG Bgt in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 D271 LAT, 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 40 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D271 LAT registered?

D271 LAT is a 1986 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 September 1986.

Is D271 LAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D271 LAT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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