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YBV 277M

1974 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,888 mi
Last recorded81,888 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBV 277M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 81,888 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 80,096 miles

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 77,518 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 77,494 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded At front crossmember (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front crossmember (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2014 75,143 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 72,882 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 70,022 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 67,499 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 65,056 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 62,473 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 59,748 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside front brake effort "lazy"

Pass 4 Aug 2007 57,309 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 55,432 miles

as last test

Fail 5 Aug 2006 55,432 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

hazard light flashing rate fast

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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YBV 277M is a 1974 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBV 277M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBV 277M registered?

YBV 277M is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 8 January 1974.

Is YBV 277M safe to buy?

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