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YFK 790S

1977 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,410 mi
Last recorded69,410 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFK 790S
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 69,410 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 69,399 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 67,149 miles

Offside rear suspension strap snapped

Oil leak ()

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.B.2)

Rear boot/panel heavily corroded

Rear brake imbalance close to limit

Rear diff leaking oil

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 67,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage Upper bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear suspension strap snapped

Oil leak ()

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.B.2)

Rear boot/panel heavily corroded

Rear diff leaking oil

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 62,370 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 58,076 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 45,635 miles

SLIGHT PLAY N/S/F SUSP TRUNIONS - SLIGHT MOVEMENT O/S LOWER TRUNION BOLT

Pass 6 Jul 2011 39,742 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 34,070 miles

FRONT & REAR ANTI ROLL BAR BUSHES WORN , O/S/R TOP SHOCK BUSH WORN , BOTH FRONT TYRES & N/S/R TYRE WORN .

Pass 27 May 2009 28,128 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 28,117 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

O/S/R DAMPER LINK ROD UPPER BUSH WORN .

Pass 28 May 2008 22,781 miles

SLIGHT WEAR IN BOTH REAR INNER ANTIROLL BAR BUSHES ,SLIGHT WEAR IN BOTH FRONT OUTER ANTIROLL BAR BUSHES , SLIGHT PLAY BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS , O/S/F TRACKROD END DUST COVER BROKEN .

Pass 9 Jul 2007 17,884 miles

O/S TRACK ROD END BOOT BROKEN -- †N/S/F ANTI ROLL BAR TOP BUSH WORN

Pass 4 Jul 2006 11,725 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 11,714 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 6,094 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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YFK 790S is a 1977 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 47,418 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 YFK 790S, 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 49 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 YFK 790S registered?

YFK 790S is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 15 September 1977.

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