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YDM 867W

1981 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,970 mi
Last recorded57,970 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDM 867W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 57,970 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 57,462 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 56,399 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 55,732 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 53,876 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 53,377 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 53,377 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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YDM 867W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YDM 867W, 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

How do I check the history of YDM 867W?

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What year was YDM 867W registered?

YDM 867W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 14 January 1981.

Is YDM 867W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDM 867W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YDM 867W have outstanding finance?

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