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BYD 515S

1978 MG Bgt

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,916 mi
Last recorded5,916 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1978 MG Bgt53,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 515S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 5,916 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 5,552 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 4,922 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 3,525 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 2,338 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 1,082 miles

o/s steering rack is worn and has slight play

Fail 25 Nov 2009 1,080 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

o/s steering rack is worn and has slight play

Pass 22 Oct 2008 392 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 392 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 58,486 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 56,983 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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BYD 515S is a 1978 MG Bgt in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1978 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 53,633 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 BYD 515S, 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 48 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 BYD 515S?

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What year was BYD 515S registered?

BYD 515S is a 1978 MG Bgt, first registered on 4 May 1978.

Is BYD 515S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYD 515S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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