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YHY 275V

1979 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,572 mi
Last recorded98,572 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1979 MG Bgt53,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHY 275V
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 98,572 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 98,566 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 98,285 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 96,106 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 96,096 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 96,082 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 95,987 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 95,848 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 95,830 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 95,530 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 95,318 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 95,318 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 95,109 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 95,109 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 94,838 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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YHY 275V is a 1979 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 1979 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 53,129 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 YHY 275V, 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 47 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 YHY 275V?

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What year was YHY 275V registered?

YHY 275V is a 1979 MG Bgt, first registered on 10 October 1979.

Is YHY 275V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHY 275V 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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