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GDD 151N

1974 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,262 mi
Last recorded94,262 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDD 151N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2026 94,262 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2024 93,920 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Shock absorber linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 93,855 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Shock absorber linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 93,574 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 93,407 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 93,296 miles

Nearside Rear tyre light cracking

Offside Front brake slightly sticking

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil leak engine

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 93,296 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre light cracking

Offside Front brake slightly sticking

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil leak engine

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 93,108 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Jun 2016 93,108 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2015 92,890 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 92,890 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 92,826 miles

corrosion to floor pan inside spare wheel well outside pescribed areas

Fail 5 Jun 2014 92,822 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

corrosion to floor pan inside spare wheel well outside pescribed areas

Pass 11 Jun 2013 92,123 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 91,462 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 90,494 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 89,932 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 89,930 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 59,457 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 89,454 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 88,744 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 88,735 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 87,747 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 85,845 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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GDD 151N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GDD 151N, 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.

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What year was GDD 151N registered?

GDD 151N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 November 1974.

Is GDD 151N safe to buy?

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