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YAM 318K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,188 mi
Last recorded1,188 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAM 318K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 1,188 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 58,808 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 58,387 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 58,068 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 55,644 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 52,315 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 50,293 miles

advise signs of corrosion on rear springs

Pass 21 Aug 2012 46,632 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 45,202 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 44,451 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 44,447 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 43,513 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 43,509 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2006 42,290 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 42,290 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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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YAM 318K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YAM 318K, 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 YAM 318K?

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What year was YAM 318K registered?

YAM 318K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is YAM 318K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAM 318K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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