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JYM 917W

1981 MG Bgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,643 mi
Last recorded94,643 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYM 917W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 94,643 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight play in both kingpins (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 94,642 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 82% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight play in both kingpins (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 94,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2020 94,381 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 94,365 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight free play in both front trunnions

Pass 28 Jul 2017 94,094 miles

slight freeplay in n/s/f lower trunion

Pass 4 Jul 2016 93,544 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 93,544 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 92,843 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 92,081 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 91,196 miles

slight freeplay in o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 3 Jul 2013 91,196 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight freeplay in o/s/f wheel bearing

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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JYM 917W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 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 JYM 917W, 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 45 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYM 917W registered?

JYM 917W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 24 April 1981.

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