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GAB 932N

1974 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

70,689 mi
Last recorded70,689 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAB 932N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 70,689 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 70,484 miles

Offside jacking point partially detached from outrigger

Pass 9 Jan 2015 70,272 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

both front and rear tyres cracking 175 hr14

o/s/r brake binding slighty

parking brake lever stiff in operation

Fail 6 Jan 2015 70,264 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

both front and rear tyres cracking 175 hr14

o/s/r brake binding slighty

parking brake lever stiff in operation

Pass 22 Jan 2014 70,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Jan 2014 70,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 70,015 miles

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

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

Oil leak

clutch cylinder leaking

near side front brake slightly binding

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension componants

Fail 28 Jan 2013 69,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Oil leak

clutch cylinder leaking

near side front brake slightly binding

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension componants

Pass 26 Jan 2012 69,669 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

both rear leaf springs corroded

underside showing corrosion

Fail 17 Jan 2012 69,669 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

both rear leaf springs corroded

underside showing corrosion

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 69,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 69,464 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 Jan 2010 69,464 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 68,861 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 68,387 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 68,192 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 67,936 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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GAB 932N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1974 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 45,810 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GAB 932N, 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 52 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 GAB 932N registered?

GAB 932N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 5 November 1974.

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