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YBR 400

1989 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,235 mi
Last recorded32,235 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 1989 MG B23,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBR 400
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 32,235 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 82,169 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Apr 2018 82,169 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven low (3.7.B.2)

front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Apr 2018 82,168 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake application uneven low (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced low (3.7.B.6b)

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 15 May 2017 32,082 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 30,984 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 30,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 May 2015 30,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 29,321 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 27,570 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 25,261 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 24,304 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 22,299 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 21,381 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,014 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2007 19,413 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 18,831 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 18,181 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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YBR 400 is a 1989 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 23,263 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 YBR 400, 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 37 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 YBR 400?

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What year was YBR 400 registered?

YBR 400 is a 1989 MG B, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is YBR 400 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBR 400 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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