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YBM 112S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,094 mi
Last recorded82,094 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBM 112S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 82,094 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 82,092 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 82,092 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 82,060 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 81,841 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust rubbers starting to split

Pass 26 May 2010 80,905 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 79,935 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 79,915 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YBM 112S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YBM 112S, 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 YBM 112S?

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What year was YBM 112S registered?

YBM 112S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1978.

Is YBM 112S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBM 112S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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