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LRN 707N

1974 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,238 mi
Last recorded2,238 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRN 707N
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 2,238 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2022 1,919 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 1,766 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 1,766 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 625 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 437 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 383 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 72 miles

tyres will soon require renewal/ surface corrosion on vehicle advise waxoyl / to engine bay and underside

Fail 7 Jul 2010 72 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

tyres will soon require renewal/ surface corrosion on vehicle advise waxoyl / to engine bay and underside

Fail 21 May 2009 99,318 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

some wear noted in steering/ surface rust on vehicle underside and on rear fuel pipe/ tyres crazing on sidewalls

Pass 21 May 2009 99,318 miles

some wear noted in steering/ surface rust on vehicle underside and on rear fuel pipe/ tyres crazing on sidewalls

Pass 18 Apr 2008 99,215 miles

front b/discs rusty wear noted in steering rack/ n/s/f shock absorber misting / o/s/f tyre worn low

Fail 18 Apr 2008 99,215 miles

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

front b/discs rusty wear noted in steering rack/ n/s/f shock absorber misting / o/s/f tyre worn low

Pass 7 Oct 2005 99,111 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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LRN 707N is a 1974 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LRN 707N, 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 LRN 707N registered?

LRN 707N is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 8 November 1974.

Is LRN 707N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRN 707N shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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