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YAW 233T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,805 mi
Last recorded17,805 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAW 233T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 17,805 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 17,622 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 17,381 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,698 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 16,698 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 15,834 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 15,826 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 15,826 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2nd from (joint) (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 15,669 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 15,602 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 15,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 15,431 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 15,431 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 15,357 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,095 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2008 14,787 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 14,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 24 Apr 2007 14,719 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 14,275 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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YAW 233T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YAW 233T, 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 YAW 233T?

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What year was YAW 233T registered?

YAW 233T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YAW 233T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAW 233T shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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