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ORS 432M

1974 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,986 mi
Last recorded38,986 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1974 MG Bgt45,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORS 432M
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 38,986 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 34,720 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 34,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear anchorage (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear anchorage (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Body component likely to become detached Battery carrier (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 34,065 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (3.7.B.5b)

Underside heavily undersealed

Fail 3 Apr 2018 34,065 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (3.7.B.5b)

Underside heavily undersealed

Pass 6 Aug 2015 35,050 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 35,050 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 33,939 miles

front king pins have slight play

passenger front seat not fitted at time of test

rear tyres starting to crack around tread and sidewalls

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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ORS 432M is a 1974 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ORS 432M, 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 ORS 432M registered?

ORS 432M is a 1974 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is ORS 432M safe to buy?

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