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JSM 669

1974 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

4,324 mi
Last recorded4,324 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSM 669
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2026 4,324 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 2,784 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 1,797 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 528 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 90,561 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 88,584 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 88,582 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 85,984 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 84,877 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 84,876 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 83,376 miles

Front brake disc pitting

Pass 7 Mar 2017 83,184 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 79,862 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 78,278 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 78,278 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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JSM 669 is a 1974 MG Bgt in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 JSM 669, 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

How do I check the history of JSM 669?

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What year was JSM 669 registered?

JSM 669 is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1974.

Is JSM 669 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSM 669 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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