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YAG 778L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,689 mi
Last recorded38,689 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAG 778L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 38,689 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 37,029 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 34,998 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 33,754 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 33,637 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 33,448 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 33,235 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 32,872 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 32,867 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 32,644 miles

Nearside Front brake starting to bind with weight off car

Fail 19 Jun 2017 32,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (marked in yellow) (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (marked in yellow) (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake starting to bind with weight off car

Pass 9 Jun 2016 32,458 miles

**BOTH REAR TYRE SIDEWALLS AND TREAD CRACKING**

Pass 8 Jun 2015 32,242 miles

tread and sidewalls cracking on both rear tyres

Pass 10 Jun 2014 32,046 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 31,815 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 31,589 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2010 31,395 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 31,254 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 30,958 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 30,633 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 30,277 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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YAG 778L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAG 778L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YAG 778L?

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What year was YAG 778L registered?

YAG 778L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 8 September 1972.

Is YAG 778L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAG 778L shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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