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YMA 643W

1981 MG Bgt

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,003 mi
Last recorded79,003 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMA 643W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 79,003 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 75,654 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 75,654 miles

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

Central Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint prop shaft front u/j joint (2.4.G.4b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2016 73,400 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 71,448 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 70,895 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 70,525 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 69,716 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 69,289 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 68,082 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 67,345 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2008 66,171 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 64,923 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 64,280 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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YMA 643W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YMA 643W, 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 YMA 643W?

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What year was YMA 643W registered?

YMA 643W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 24 February 1981.

Is YMA 643W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMA 643W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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