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LNV 164M

1974 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,520 mi
Last recorded3,520 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNV 164M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 3,520 miles

Offside Front Axle check strap split

Pass 1 Aug 2017 3,389 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 3,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 3,254 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

near and offside rear tyre sidewalls cracked

offside front tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 8 Aug 2012 2,799 miles

both rear tyres have cracking on sidewalls (not to cords) slight chassis corrosiona t front under left hand sill member

Fail 25 Jul 2012 2,795 miles

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

rear tyres crazing on sidewalls

slight chassis corrosion at front under sill member nearside

Fail 24 Jul 2012 2,795 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear tyres crazing on sidewalls

slight chassis corrosion at front under sill member nearside

Pass 14 Jun 2011 2,012 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2010 806 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 99,828 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 98,947 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 98,174 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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LNV 164M is a 1974 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LNV 164M, 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 LNV 164M registered?

LNV 164M is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 14 January 1974.

Is LNV 164M safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNV 164M shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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