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JJE 23N

1974 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,843 mi
Last recorded16,843 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJE 23N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 16,843 miles

OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE/GEARBOX

Pass 28 May 2015 16,796 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 16,731 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Apr 2014 16,728 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2013 16,570 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

slight play in steering column

Pass 4 Apr 2012 16,389 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 16,386 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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 14 Mar 2011 15,952 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 13,983 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 8,677 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 8,525 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 8,239 miles

os/f top joint with slight play

Pass 29 Apr 2006 7,680 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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JJE 23N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 JJE 23N, 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 JJE 23N registered?

JJE 23N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is JJE 23N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJE 23N shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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