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YBO 276T

1979 MG Mgb

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,113 mi
Last recorded6,113 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBO 276T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 6,113 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 2,166 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 1,706 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 947 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 98,240 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 95,557 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 93,378 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 91,876 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 90,311 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 88,698 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 87,069 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 85,509 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 85,011 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 83,317 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 81,145 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 79,359 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 79,359 miles

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

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 77,060 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 75,247 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 75,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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YBO 276T is a 1979 MG Mgb in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBO 276T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBO 276T?

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What year was YBO 276T registered?

YBO 276T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is YBO 276T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBO 276T shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YBO 276T have outstanding finance?

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