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YAP 678T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,519 mi
Last recorded91,519 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAP 678T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 91,519 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 91,503 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 91,485 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 87,437 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 86,480 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 86,259 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 86,162 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 86,029 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 85,777 miles

o/s/f wing corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2009 85,380 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 85,011 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

offside rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 16 May 2007 84,663 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 83,982 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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YAP 678T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 YAP 678T, 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 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YAP 678T?

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What year was YAP 678T registered?

YAP 678T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 August 1978.

Is YAP 678T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAP 678T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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