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YBL 354T

1979 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

72,980 mi
Last recorded72,980 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBL 354T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 72,980 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 72,914 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 72,813 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 72,704 miles

Front oil leak

Fail 7 Sep 2016 72,704 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2015 72,575 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 72,505 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 72,447 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 72,347 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2011 72,199 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 71,680 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 71,680 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 71,547 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 71,547 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 71,333 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 71,126 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 70,971 miles

How Reliable is the MG Roadster?

Based on 16,734 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 390
brake binding 298
Stop lamp not working 280
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
Steering rack gaiter split 202
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YBL 354T is a 1979 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1979 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 44,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBL 354T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 47 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBL 354T?

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What year was YBL 354T registered?

YBL 354T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 9 January 1979.

Is YBL 354T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBL 354T shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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