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YBA 7K

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,633 mi
Last recorded69,633 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 7K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 69,633 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 69,586 miles

slight play in o/s front trunnions

Pass 13 Jun 2012 69,345 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 69,138 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 68,588 miles

Nearside rear hub has a slight leak of oil

Nearside rear tyre is perished in treads

Side movement in front prop universal joint

Slight lift in offside front king pin

Slight play in rear prop universal joint

Slight wear in front wheel bearings

Some small areas of light surface corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

Fail 31 Mar 2010 68,558 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside rear hub has a slight leak of oil

Nearside rear tyre is perished in treads

Side movement in front prop universal joint

Slight lift in offside front king pin

Slight play in rear prop universal joint

Slight wear in front wheel bearings

Some small areas of light surface corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

Pass 12 Apr 2008 68,492 miles

Lift in offside front kingpin

Some small areas of surface corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

Wear in steering rack and pinion

Pass 17 Aug 2006 67,737 miles

Battery insecure

lift in offside king pin

wear in steering rack and pinion

Fail 17 Aug 2006 67,737 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

lift in offside king pin

wear in steering rack and pinion

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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YBA 7K is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YBA 7K, 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

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What year was YBA 7K registered?

YBA 7K is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 19 July 1978.

Is YBA 7K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBA 7K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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