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WYD 564W

1981 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,655 mi
Last recorded75,655 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYD 564W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 75,655 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 75,655 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 73,730 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 71,321 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 69,849 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 69,849 miles

Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 67,880 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 67,792 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 67,730 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 67,353 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 66,741 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

offside rear tyre perishing

Fail 19 Aug 2008 66,637 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 24 Aug 2007 66,071 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 66,066 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 65,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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WYD 564W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WYD 564W, 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 WYD 564W registered?

WYD 564W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is WYD 564W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYD 564W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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