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DYA 200J

1971 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,292 mi
Last recorded9,292 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYA 200J
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 May 2019 9,292 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Prop shaft joint excessively worn uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Electrical wiring insecure fouling brake flexi (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 8,676 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 8,674 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 4 May 2017 8,101 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 8,101 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 7,273 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 6,634 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 6,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DYA 200J is a 1971 MG Bgt in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 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 Bgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 671 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYA 200J, 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 55 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 DYA 200J registered?

DYA 200J is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is DYA 200J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYA 200J shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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