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YGT 530G

1981 MG C

Cream Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,836 mi
Last recorded58,836 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1981 MG C52,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGT 530G
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1981
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 58,836 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 58,689 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 58,463 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 58,183 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 57,384 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 56,821 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 55,975 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 55,975 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 55,270 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 54,548 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 54,548 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 54,205 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside front lower outter suspension bush slightly deteriated

Fail 29 Aug 2008 54,202 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front king pin has play

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 53,913 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 53,913 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight petrol leak from fuel pump union

slight play in both rear wheel splines

Pass 25 Aug 2006 53,184 miles

How Reliable is the MG C?

Based on 8,128 MOT tests across 887 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
887
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 208
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 200
brake binding 173
brake recording little or no effort 98
Stop lamp not working 95
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YGT 530G is a 1981 MG C in Cream with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 MG C models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 52,742 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 C fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YGT 530G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG C typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 45 years old, this MG C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YGT 530G?

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What year was YGT 530G registered?

YGT 530G is a 1981 MG C, first registered on 30 June 1981.

Is YGT 530G safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGT 530G shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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