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GUB 195N

1974 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

63,303 mi
Last recorded63,303 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUB 195N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 63,303 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Diff. slightly leaking.

Pass 13 Oct 2017 63,269 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Oct 2017 63,268 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective seat belt stuck. (5.2.5b)

Coolant leak ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2016 63,250 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Pass 5 Oct 2015 63,225 miles

Underside corrosion

Fail 5 Oct 2015 63,225 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Leaf spring rear shackle area (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 53,203 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Sep 2014 53,202 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2013 63,188 miles

Excess of oil leaking.

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

Fail 25 Sep 2013 63,188 miles

Excess of oil leaking.

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 63,163 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2011 63,059 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 63,050 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 62,993 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 52,926 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 62,769 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 62,766 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Slight play in both king pin joints

Pass 14 Sep 2007 62,439 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 62,437 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight movement in off side king pin.

Pass 15 Sep 2006 62,329 miles

Movement in both front wheel bearings

Play in both frot king pin points.

Pass 15 Sep 2005 51,992 miles

Front to rear brake line routed incorrectly (under gearbox support)

Fail 14 Sep 2005 51,992 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake line routed incorrectly (under gearbox mount)

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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GUB 195N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GUB 195N, 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 GUB 195N registered?

GUB 195N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 October 1974.

Is GUB 195N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUB 195N shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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