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GLX 428N

1974 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,990 mi
Last recorded58,990 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLX 428N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 58,990 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 57,656 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 56,806 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 21 May 2016 55,842 miles

slight roughness felt in both front wheel bearings

Fail 21 May 2016 55,842 miles

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

slight roughness felt in both front wheel bearings

Pass 10 May 2014 54,485 miles

F/WISHBONE INNER BUSHES DETERIORRATED

Pass 15 May 2013 53,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 52,785 miles

SLIGHT DETERIORATION IN FRONT WISHBONE RUBBERS

Pass 2 Apr 2011 51,898 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 50,539 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 48,792 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 47,406 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2007 47,385 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 45,946 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 44,457 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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GLX 428N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GLX 428N, 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 GLX 428N registered?

GLX 428N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is GLX 428N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLX 428N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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