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EPA 349J

1970 MG Mgbgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

62,504 mi
Last recorded62,504 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 1970 MG Mgbgt40,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPA 349J
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 62,504 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 61,829 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 61,608 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 60,993 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 60,462 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 59,582 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,782 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 58,602 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 58,587 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 57,210 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 55,941 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 54,369 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 52,597 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 51,037 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 48,914 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 47,433 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 45,717 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 43,867 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 43,867 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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EPA 349J is a 1970 MG Mgbgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 40,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPA 349J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EPA 349J registered?

EPA 349J is a 1970 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 21 October 1970.

Is EPA 349J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPA 349J 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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