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YBC 127S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

9,277 mi
Last recorded9,277 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBC 127S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 9,277 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 9,274 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 8,109 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced NS and OS (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Some front suspension braking and steering components corroded

Some rear suspension and braking components corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2010 7,901 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 7,524 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 7,524 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 7,197 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 6,832 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 6,809 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 6,360 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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YBC 127S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YBC 127S, 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 YBC 127S?

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What year was YBC 127S registered?

YBC 127S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 29 June 1978.

Is YBC 127S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBC 127S shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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